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Cortisol
Perturbation of cortisol levels can prove life-threatening due to the central role the steroid hormone plays in bodily functions ranging from glucose homeostasis to the stress response. Because testing patients for cortisol excess or deficiency requires specific, controlled conditions, laboratorians should be ready to help guide physicians on appropriate utilization of tests.
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Evaluating cTn in Post-operative Patients
Cardiac troponin T (cTn) has earned a solid place as a marker of myocardial necrosis and for diagnosis and risk assessment in suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Research also has shown that cTn predicts risk of heart disease and death in certain populations.
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Vote for your Officers and Nominating Committee Now
Please click on the link above; then use your AACC member i.d. and the election password that was emailed to you. Voting is from 12:01 am, September 1, to 12 midnight, September 30. If you have any questions regarding the election process, please contact Elaine Davis. Every vote is important!
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Check Out The Upcoming Local Section Events In Your Area
Local sections provide great educational and networking opportunities.  Check out upcoming events in Capital, Northeast, Florida and Chicago local sections.
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When to Determine Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin (NGAL) Levels in Plasma and/or in Urine?
Molecular Pathology and Genetics, Toxicology and Management—these are just some of the areas explored in recent NACBLOG posts. Join a debate or share your comments on a variety of topics now.