News and Stories

November 30, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About HIV Testing

Whether you are sexually active or just want to stay informed, being aware of your HIV status is an important step in taking charge of your sexual health. 

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November 10, 2023

Unveiling the World of Genetic Counseling: An Interview with Elizabeth Melchionna

In honor of Genetic Counselor Awareness Day, we had the privilege of speaking with Elizabeth Melchionna, a genetic counselor at HNL Lab Medicine. 

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November 06, 2023

Gut Check: Clostridium difficile

Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff, is a bacterium that can cause infections in the colon, leading to a range of symptoms that can be uncomfortable and, in some cases, serious.

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November 03, 2023

Celebrating Our Commitment to Quality: Recent CAP Inspection Validates HNL Lab Medicine’s Excellence

At HNL Lab Medicine, we are thrilled to share a significant milestone that exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional quality healthcare.

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October 29, 2023

World Stroke Day

Sharing a Personal Experience on World Stroke Day to Raise Awareness about Strokes.

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Clinical Departments

Blood Bank / Transfusion Medicine

HNL Lab Medicine’s Transfusion Medicine handles all activities related to the transfusion of blood and blood components, supporting a wide range of fields, including:

  • Obstetrics
  • Neonatal
  • Medical-Surgical
  • Oncology
  • Pediatrics
  • Burn and Trauma

Medical Director

Elsie Lee, MD, FASCP

Medical Director, Transfusion Medicine
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Elsie Lee, MD FASCP Medical Director, our Transfusion Medicine Medical Director is certified in Pathology and Transfusion Medicine and is available for expert consultation in the following areas:
 
  • Blood Product Selection
  • Immunohematology
  • Aphaeresis
  • Coagulation
  • Patient Management

Technical Team

The technical team is trained in compatibility testing for the transfusion of red blood cells, plasma, platelets, cryoprecipitate, and granulocytes. Our processes and distribution of blood products are under the supervision of the medical director.