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Effective July 30, MICU (Mobile Intensive Care Units) teams at Miami Valley Hospital North and South will begin carrying whole blood – making them among the first ground transport services in Ohio to do so. Each MICU will carry two units of low-titer group O whole blood. Early administration of whole blood has been shown […]

On Monday July 7th, Atrium Medical Center and Miami Valley Hospital laboratory went live with a new test to monitor hemostasis for ECMO and Bypass patients using Thromboelastography (TEG) technology. The new TEG cartridge has a higher level of heparinase to neutralize the patients’ heparin and assist the provider with the true coagulopathic view of

Effective July 14, 2025, Versiti Dayton Blood Center will update its thresholds for platelet donations to include low yield platelets (2.6 – 2.9 x 10¹¹; current standard is 3.0 – 6.0 x 10¹¹). The new testing and manufacturing process can occasionally produce platelet products that fall slightly below the current standard. However, analysis has shown

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories is pleased to announce the launch of Cystatin C with eGFR testing beginning July 14, 2025. Cystatin C is a biomarker that can be used as an alternative to creatinine to estimate kidney glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). It may serve as a more reliable marker of renal function in situations where previous

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories launched the Cellavision DC-1 with Epic Citrix remote database at Wayne Healthcare on June 4th, 2025. The Cellavision automates and enhances hematology peripheral blood smear reviews using a digital microscope to take images of WBC, RBC, and Platelets. Through an Epic Citrix Cellavision application, the technologist can review the blood smear and

We’re pleased to announce the launch of our updated Directory of Services (DOS), available starting July 1. The redesigned DOS offers enhanced features to make it easier than ever to access test information and streamline your workflow. What’s New? These enhancements are part of our ongoing commitment to providing the tools and support you need

CompuNet is pleased to announce that it will be adding a self-collection method for HPV testing. The collection is required to be performed by the patient in a healthcare setting. Please note that PAP testing cannot be added on to the self-collected specimen due to difference in collection technique.  At launch, this test will only

To ensure the most accurate results for your patients, please remember to follow these steps when collecting samples for Urine Culture and Urinalysis: Following these steps will help maintain sample integrity and ensure accurate testing. Thank you for your attention to this important process.

Effective immediately, blood culture bottle supplies have returned to pre-allocation levels, allowing CompuNet to lift conservation measures. Effective December 2nd, ordersets and preference lists will default to two blood culture sets for all orders. Additionally, these best practices will remain in place: Thank you for your cooperation during the shortage. These measures support continued best

Please take a moment to view our 2024 Holiday Schedule for Patient Service Center locations for the remainder of the holiday season. Please share this information with individuals within your practice to ensure everyone is informed about our upcoming hours. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, feel free to reach out to