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Laboratory Memos

Department of Pathology - Laboratory Memos

 

This page serves as the central repository for official laboratory communications within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. It provides timely, standardized information to support safe, efficient, and consistent laboratory operations across clinical services.

 

Content on this page includes:

  • Laboratory ISBAR – Structured communications using the ISBAR framework (Identify, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) to clearly convey important laboratory updates, changes, and expectations that may impact testing, workflows, or operational practices.
  • Laboratory TIPS – Concise guidance and practical reminders addressing common laboratory questions, processes, and best practices.
  • Laboratory MEMOS – Additional announcements, FAQs and informational updates relevant to laboratory testing updates.

These resources are intended to promote clear communication, alignment with laboratory standards, and continuous quality improvement.

 

For questions regarding ISBAR, Tips or Memos, please contact pathologylaboratorycompliance@osumc.edu.

 

Available Resources

 

Current ISBARS:

 

ISBAR-1 10/2023 Specimen Labels & Specimen Collection
ISBAR-2 02/2025 Lab Label Misalignment & Patient Identification Verification
ISBAR-3 02/2025 Glucose Meter Cleaning
ISBAR-4 10/2025 Transplant Testing
ISBAR-6 12/2025 Rhodes Hall Lab Renovation (Jan-Mar 2026)
ISBAR-7 12/2025 Critical Lab Results - NEW 'verify first' Worklfow and Upcoming Changes

 

Current TIPS:

 

TIPS-1 10/2025 HIPAA Facts
TIPS-2 10/2025 Where Can I Find Test Information?
TIPS-3 10/2025 Add On Testing
TIPS-4 10/2025 Critical Value Tips for Nursing

 

Current MEMOS:

 

MEMO-1 12/2025 Rhonds Hall Renovations FAQ
MEMO-2 10/2025 Bicarbonate Reagent Recall HUB Post