The future of cytopathology: Q&A with Dr Yosep Chong

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In this insightful Q&A, Dr Yosep Chong, Professor of Pathology at the Catholic University of Korea, outlines the revolutionary shift toward “Cytopathology 2.0”- a future defined by scalable, standardised, and AI-powered diagnostics. Addressing a critical global pathology workforce shortage, Dr Chong highlights how integrating digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence can dramatically bridge the gap. Rather […]

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From pioneer to expert: Dr CS Ho’s journey in the evolution of clinical mass spectrometry

Dr Chung Shun “CS” Ho, pioneer in mass spectrometry, gives an overview of how the technology and its associated tools have evolved from his 1995 debut. In this episode of Leaders in Conversation with Ronald Lo, General Manager of Roche Diagnostics Hong Kong, Dr Ho recounts how mass spectrometry started from a niche discipline to the evolved, integrated machinery it is today. When he first started at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Dr Ho has been at the helm of working with mass spectrometry since its introduction to the university. Years of experimenting with it has led to discoveries in better testing techniques, analysis with upgraded accompanying software, and laboratory workflows. Improving skills in mass spectrometry is only one part of it, Dr Ho also enjoys that community of like-minded researchers and professionals he has encountered in this journey of clinical mass spectrometry.

Dr Chung Shun “CS” Ho, pioneer in mass spectrometry, gives an overview of how the technology and its associated tools have evolved from his 1995 debut. In this episode of Leaders in Conversation with Ronald Lo, General Manager of Roche Diagnostics Hong Kong, Dr Ho recounts how mass spectrometry started from a niche discipline to

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Beyond the bite: why blood transfusion safety matters amidst the global dengue surge

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Dengue cases have surged worldwide during the 2023-24 outbreak season, with the WHO reporting close to a historic high of over five million cases and more than 5000 dengue-related deaths in over 80 countries. [1] Dengue is capable of causing a transfusion-transmitted infection, with several case reports, including a case of severe dengue haemorrhagic fever.

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Why early CSF testing is a game-changer for Alzheimer’s disease in China

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In this fourth issue of The Value of Diagnostics interview series, Professor Li Xia highlights the specialised role of the Geriatric Psychiatry Department at the Shanghai Mental Health Center in managing cognitive impairment. Unlike neurology departments that focus primarily on cerebrovascular or neurological causes, this department offers “whole-course management” encompassing cognitive function, emotional well-being, and

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The value of rapid diagnostics: spotlighting POCT in Malaysia’s Poliklinik Ar Razi

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Dr Ain and Dr Farhan, Principal Doctors at Poliklinik Ar Razi in Kuantan, Malaysia, discuss the transformative impact of Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) on their 24-hour primary care facility. Serving a community of approximately 2,000 patients monthly, the clinic manages a split of chronic non-communicable diseases – e.g. diabetes and hypertension – and acute communicable illnesses.

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The practical benefits of HCV antigen-antibody dual assay: Q&A with Prof Tawesak Tanwandee

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Professor Tawesak Tanwandee, Professor of Gastroenterology at Mahidol University’s Siriraj Hospital, sits down to discuss how the HCV dual assay helps to streamline diagnosis and reduce patient dropout.  The HCV dual assay represents a significant shift from conventional screening by providing independent antigen and antibody results from a single test that delivers results in under

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Co-creating change beyond the machine: why effective total lab automation starts with its people

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In healthcare, the margin between life and death is measured by timely and precise clinical intervention. With diagnostics influencing the vast majority of clinical decisions [1], the laboratory serves as the definitive point of clarity – where clinical certainty calls, the lab answers.  To meet surging testing demands, labs are pivoting to total lab automation

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Why expanding access to accurate dengue tests is a critical need in Asia

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The viral infection known as dengue is an increasing public health threat. In 2024, the World Health Organisation received reports of 14.6 million cases of this mosquito-borne virus – a historic high, with infections endemic in more than 100 countries [1]. That number is presumed to be a significant undercount; experts estimate that there are

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In Asia, divergent patient care journeys make dengue diagnosis a challenge

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Across the Asia Pacific region, the patient care journey for a dengue infection varies significantly depending on the structure of the local healthcare system [1]. The primary divide stems from whether care is delivered via a centralised model or a community-based model [1]. Delivering appropriate care for patients infected with the dengue virus is increasingly

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現代デジタル病理学における不可欠な副操縦士としてのAI:Kunal Sharma博士とのQ&A

Bridging the quality gap in digital pathology from pre analytics to AI QA with Dr Kunal Sharma

この会議では、Roche Diagnostics IndiaのゼネラルマネージャーであるRishubh Gupta医師が、Agilus DiagnosticsのバイスプレジデントであるKunal Sharma博士と、インドの医療におけるデジタル病理と人工知能の変革をテーマに話します。「がん患者」と呼ばれることが多いSharma博士は、腫瘍学における彼のリーダーシップと、Agilusの広範な検査室ネットワークをデジタル化するための彼の努力を詳述しています。デジタル病理学がどのように技術革命として機能し、シームレスなグローバルな協議を可能にし、物理的な組織輸送の必要性を減らし、高度な分子検査のために貴重な生検試料を保存するかを説明します。従来の顕微鏡からデジタルモニターに移行することで、業界は地理的ギャップを埋め、ムンバイのような主要ハブからの専門家の意見が遠隔地や国際市場の患者に届くことを確実にしています。この議論はまた、AIを診断ワークフローに統合するという実際の課題と将来の目標にも対処します。Sharma博士は、AIは競合相手ではなく「共同パイロット」として見られるべきであり、症例のトリアージ、観察者間のばらつきの低減、Ki-67やHER2などの予後マーカーの正確な計算の提供によって病理学者を支援すべきであると強調しています。 高いインフラコストやスタッフの再教育の必要性などの最初のハードルにもかかわらず、効率と精度の向上は最終的に患者の福祉に役立つと彼は主張しています。Sharma博士は、デジタル品質管理とAI主導の洞察が標準となる標準化されたエコシステムを想定しており、インドのすべての病理医がより迅速で、より客観的で、高度に個別化された診断結果を提供できるようになります。

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