Episodes

  • Urinalysis - the Preanalytical Phase

    Urinalysis - the Preanalytical Phase
    Feb 26 2026
    In this episode of Greiner Bio-One Talks, Prof. Ana-Maria Šimundić welcomes Timo Kouri, lead author of the 2023 EFLM Urinalysis Guideline and professor emeritus at the Department of Clinical Chemistry, University of Helsinki. Together, they discuss the significant updates in urinalysis, including advancements in automation, new accreditation standards, and best practices for preanalytical processes. Listeners will gain valuable insights into minimizing errors, improving sample collection, and ensuring proper urine preservation. The conversation also covers the evolving landscape of urine biomarkers and memorable moments from Dr. Kouri’s distinguished career, providing practical tips for medical professionals and laboratory staff.
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    15 mins
  • Hemolysis in laboratory medicine – a US perspective

    Hemolysis in laboratory medicine – a US perspective
    Dec 10 2025
    Listen in as Dr. Cradic and Prof. Simundic explore the challenges of hemolysis detection in clinical labs, discussing automation, standardization, and the importance of quality assessment.
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    23 mins
  • In-vitro hemolysis in laboratory medicine

    In-vitro hemolysis in laboratory medicine
    Oct 3 2025
    This podcast explores in depth the topic of in vitro hemolysis. Join us as Professor Gian Luca Salvagno discusses his experience and thoughts with Greiner Bio-One's global director of clinical and medical affairs, Ana-Maria Simundic. Gian Luca Salvagno brings many years of experience in the field of preanalytics, both from the practical side as a medical doctor and currently as director of a clinical laboratory as well as in the academic research in his position as professor of clinical biochemistry at the University of Verona. Find out more about the challenges hemolysis brings to the laboratory, as well as risks and possible mitigation measures for accurate analysis results.
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    35 mins
  • Digitalization in Preanalytics – a Middle East perspective

    Digitalization in Preanalytics – a Middle East perspective
    Jul 31 2025
    Join our insightful discussion with Jaffar Khiariy, Head of the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the renowned King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on evolving digital workflows and monitoring capabilities in the preanalytical phase. King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre: https://www.kfshrc.edu.sa/en/home CBAHI - Saudi Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions: https://portal.cbahi.gov.sa/english/home
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    30 mins
  • Digital Preanalytics - a US perspective

    Digital Preanalytics - a US perspective
    Jun 16 2025
    Join us as we host Dr. Jaime Noguez, section head of clinical chemistry at UH Cleveland, discussing digital solutions, automation, and AI in preanalytics. Discover what makes a great phlebotomist from her professional and personal experience in this insightful episode.
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    19 mins
  • Safety in Preanalytics and the Significance of Training

    Safety in Preanalytics and the Significance of Training
    May 7 2025
    Professor Dr. Waleed Al Tamimi, head consultant of the clinical biochemistry lab at the King Abdulaziz Medical City in Saudi Arabia, shares his expertise and experience in converting to using safety products to promote healthcare worker safety and risk management.
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    25 mins
  • Sustainability in Preanalytics

    Sustainability in Preanalytics
    Mar 31 2025
    Mads Nybo, chief physician at the Clinical Biochemistry department of the Odense University Hospital shares his views on and experience with sustainability in the medical sector.
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    32 mins
  • Challenges with Glucose Measurement

    Challenges with Glucose Measurement
    Mar 3 2025
    Dr. David Grenache, now retired, former Chief Scientific Officer at TriCore Reference Labs in Alberquerque, New Mexico, shares his views on glucose stabilization methods with our host Ana-Maria Šimundić.
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    25 mins