Utility of Select Gene Mutation Detection in Tumors by the Idylla Rapid Multiplex PCR Platform in Comparison to Next-Generation Sequencing.

Testing of tumors by next generation sequencing (NGS) is impacted by relatively long turnaround times and a need for highly trained personnel. Recently, Idylla oncology assays were introduced to test for , , , and common hotspot mutations that do not require specialized trained personnel. Moreover, the interpretation of results is fully automated, with rapid turnaround time.

Informatics driven quality improvement in the modern histology lab.

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and data visualization techniques have untapped potential in anatomic pathology laboratories. Pre-built functionalities of LIS do not address all the needs of a modern histology laboratory. For instance, "Go live" is not the end of LIS customization, but just the beginning.

An Incidental Diffuse Midline Glioma Found at Autopsy.

This case shows an unexpected midline glioma found at autopsy. Two siblings were riding on a single bicycle on the side of a road. The 13-year-old brother was seated and steering the bicycle, while the 14-year-old sister held onto the back.