Editorial

Targeted at laboratory managers, Pathology in Practice showcases the latest in product information, news and applied case studies in a medical laboratory environment.

The magazine is published quarterly and as a stand-alone supplement, Pathology In Practice is distributed with The Biomedical Scientist.  It provides the ideal platform for manufacturers and suppliers of laboratory products and systems to target medical laboratory decision makers in a lively, informative and colourful environment.

We welcome editorial submissions from manufacturers and suppliers of products and services and while there is no guarantee that we will publish your submission, you can rest assured that we will consider it carefully - and contact you.

If you would like to know more about getting your editorial featured, contact Brian Nation

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FEATURE ARTICLE

Supporting pathology partners: long-term training options are now available
Rapidly evolving changes in pathology configurations require ongoing support, training and education. This is where Siemens Academy Training and Education Centre, which opened towards the end of last year, can help hard-pressed laboratory staff. The move towards the commercialisation of pathology, coupled with an increase in diagnostic testing and technologies, has placed more pressure on laboratories to reconfigure services for efficiency and quality.

PRODUCT ARTICLE

Rubella monoclonal antibodies
The rubella virus is the cause of German measles, and infection in children results in a rash but is usually mild and of short duration. However, pregnant women who become infected are susceptible to a more serious condition that can lead to congenital rubella syndrome of the fetus. Thus, serological detection, especially for IgM antibody, is crucial for early intervention.