MABp1: 'Clever' New Antibody Targeting Colorectal Cancer
A trial using MABp1, an antibody targeting interleukin 1 alpha, showed some benefit for patients with advanced colorectal cancer, but Dr Kerr thinks the clinical endpoint used was a ' little soft. ' (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - February 14, 2018 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Next Steps for Immunotherapies, Cell Therapies in Oncology
At ESMO 2017, Drs Zimmermann, Svane, and Coukos discuss successes and setbacks in immuno-oncology. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - February 9, 2018 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Wisely Choosing the Right Lab Tests
Dr Lundberg discussed the American Society for Clinical Pathology ' s list of 20 lab tests you should carefully consider before ordering. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - December 11, 2017 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

The Most Transformational Biologist of Our Era?
Dr Eric Topol interviews CRISPR scientist Feng Zhang about his journey from China to the gene editing labs of America. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - March 31, 2017 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Is Precision Oncology Really Precise?
Without a gold standard for myriad parameters, precision oncology is imprecise, at best, argues Dr Lundberg. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - March 10, 2017 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Crowdsourcing: A New Era in Breast Cancer Research
Over 3000 patients have responded to an online request from Boston researchers to contribute tumor tissue and saliva for the purpose of accelerating research on metastatic breast cancer. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - February 13, 2017 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Molecular Testing of Cancers: 'Let's Try to Get It Right'
Use of molecular diagnostics in cancer can be tricky, but Dr Lundberg says the pathologist can ask important questions to help guide the process. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - September 21, 2016 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Citizen Science and Mapping the Microbiome
Jessica Richman, CEO of uBiome, talks about her passion for citizen science, her interest in the microbiome, and how uBiome aims to serve public health. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - June 21, 2016 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Pharmacogenetic Testing for 5-FU Saves Lives and Money
Prospective screening for a genetic variant of DPD, an enzyme that catabolizes 5-FU, reduces mortality from 10% to 0% in patients with this variant and is cost-effective. Dr David Kerr is all for it. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - February 5, 2016 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Ovarian Cancer Screening: Resist the Temptation -- For Now
New findings from the UK show multimodal ovarian cancer screening to be highly effective in reducing mortality, but Dr Andrew Kaunitz urges clinicians to await guidelines for routine screening. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - January 12, 2016 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

From Bedside to Bench: A New Direction in Breast Cancer Research
Past AACR president Dr Carlos Arteaga describes translational studies and emerging therapies that are transforming the clinical practice of breast cancer. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - January 12, 2016 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

The Biggest Infectious Disease Threats
Awareness about antimicrobial resistance got a boost through recent campaigns such as Get Smart About Antibiotics Week. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - December 10, 2015 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

The Frightening Truth About Genetic Testing
Genetic testing is now ordered in the treatment of numerous cancer types. Is it useful? Is it even reliable? Dr John Marshall and world-class experts tackle key questions for practicing clinicians. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - June 22, 2015 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

20 Years Since BRCA2: Where Are We Now in Cancer Screening?
Eric Topol speaks with singer, songwriter, and oncologic scientist Nazneen Rahman on the importance of understanding the genetics of cancer. (Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Podcast - April 13, 2015 Category: Laboratory Medicine Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts