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The official account for the UCLA Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.
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2 days ago
MPO+ANCA GN with concurrent low grade membranous nephropathy. MPO positivity in the MN deposits helps support a unifying etiology is such cases.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40485711/
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UCLA Pathology’s Dr. Shaun Yang, in an interview with Healio, highlights that early genomic surveillance is key to stopping Candida auris.
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Hospital stops nearly 3-year C. auris outbreak in pediatric ICU
CHICAGO — A combination of surveillance, enhanced cleaning and relocating colonized patients was the formula for ending a nearly 3-year-long Candida auris outbreak in a pediatric ICU in South Ko...
https://www.healio.com/news/pediatrics/20260415/hospital-stops-nearly-3year-c-auris-outbreak-in-pediatric-icu
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🔬 Happy Pathologists' Assistant Day! We appreciate each of our Pathologists’ Assistants for the critical role they play in supporting pathologists, residents, and fellows in providing high quality patient care.
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Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
6 days ago
Autopsy case with incidental ALECT2 amyloidosis with lung involvement. Essentially invisible by light microscopy. Wonder how often this is overlooked. 94% of cases had alveolar involvement in this study (PMID: 26912093).
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🔬 UCLA Pathology's Dr. Jasmine Zhou, Dr. Wenyuan Li, and collaborators are advancing diagnostic science with a low-cost blood test designed to detect multiple conditions earlier, potentially expanding access to lifesaving care.
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UCLA researchers develop low-cost blood test to detect multiple cancers and other diseases from a single sample
The test could offer a more affordable approach to early disease detection.
https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/ucla-develops-blood-test-to-detect-multiple-cancers-disease?taid=69d7bf0b2dba0d00016ad568&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=twitter
9 days ago
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Discover how UCLA researchers, led by UCLA Pathology's Dr. Jasmine Zhou and Dr. Wenyuan Li, have developed a low-cost blood test that can identify multiple cancers and conditions from a single sample.
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UCLA researchers develop low-cost blood test to detect multiple cancers and other diseases from a single sample
The test could offer a powerful and more affordable approach to early disease detection and comprehensive health monitoring.
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/release/ucla-researchers-develop-low-cost-blood-test-detect-multiple
9 days ago
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💫 We invite you to read and reflect on our April Chair’s Message, highlighting Lab Week and the latest department news. Read More ➨
bit.ly/41oGeU0
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#ASCPLabWeek26
10 days ago
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🏅 Congratulations to UCLA Pathology's Dr. Olga Timofeeva on being selected as a 2026-2027 AAPath Pathology Leadership Fellow! The prestigious fellowship accelerates leadership development for academic administration.
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11 days ago
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Early adoption of genomic surveillance + rigorous infection prevention can make the difference. Despite rising Candida auris cases nationwide, one health system has prevented outbreaks. Dr. Shaun Yang shares how his team approaches testing.
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www.contagionlive.com/view/early-g...
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Early Genomic Surveillance Leads to a Decrease in Candida Auris Cases | Contagion Live
Early adoption of genomic surveillance and rigorous infection prevention protocols has enabled one health system to prevent in-hospital outbreaks of Candida auris despite rising cases nationwide. Shau...
https://www.contagionlive.com/view/early-genomic-surveillance-leads-to-a-decrease-in-candida-auris-cases
12 days ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
21 days ago
Bx for pt with AKI and nephrotic range proteinuria. Hx of IV drug abuse (with skin popping), and chronic staph infections. AA amyloidosis was the unsurprising finding.
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Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
17 days ago
Transplant bx for renal dysfunction in a patient with shortness of breath. Granulomatous tubulointerstitial nephritis. AFB stain +. Sputum + for TB. Good sample key for making the diagnosis. 2 rounds of AFB stain to find the organism.
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16 days ago
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That's a wrap for
#USCAP2026
! We had a blast connecting with our colleagues from all over the world and participating in the path-packed event of the season! 💫 📌21 attendees 📌15 posters 📌7 presentations 📌 1 amazing trip to San Antonio! We will see you in Vancouver for
#USCAP2027
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17 days ago
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💫 Join us for our upcoming Blood Drive at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center! ☑️ Swag for Community Donors ☑️ Great Snacks ☑️ Blood Time for Eligible Employees ☑️ Save Lives! Give Blood. Save Lives. Donate Today! 🩸 Sign Up Here ➨
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19 days ago
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Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
22 days ago
Bx for AKI in a pt on checkpoint inhibitor: neutrophil rich tubulointerstitial nephritis. We would usually think pyelonephritis, high risk neutrophil rich variants of CKI inhibitor AIN have been characterized.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41727781/
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
25 days ago
Classic powdery electron dense deposits along GBMs, TBMS, and in vascular walls by EM in this case of light chain deposition disease.
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Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 1 month ago
Don't confuse these for crystals. Limiting membrane of peroxisomes in proximal tubules. Normal tubular structure. Mimic of light chain proximal tubulopathy.
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We're proud to recognize our GI/Liver team for their poster presentation at
#USCAP2026
, sharing impactful work and collaboration with colleagues across the pathology community. 👏🔬
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25 days ago
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Happy
#PathMatch26
! Please join us in welcoming our new residents to UCLA Pathology! 🔬🎉
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✨ UCLA Pathology Fellow Feature ✨ We’re proud to highlight Dr. Chao Chen, whose dedication to diagnostic excellence and collaborative care reflects the mission of UCLA Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.
about 1 month ago
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Expanding access to transplant tolerance for patients who rely on deceased donor organs was the focus of a recent presentation by Dr. Rebecca Sosa at the 13th Annual UC San Diego Essentials and Advances in Apheresis Therapies Meeting.
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about 1 month ago
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Happy Match Week! Good luck to all applicants &
#PathMatch26
candidates! 🔬☘️ We’re thrilled to welcome you to a specialty where discovery meets impact every day and we can't wait to welcome the next generation of pathologists!
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about 1 month ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 1 month ago
Autolysis versus ATN in an autopsy specimen. Autolytic tubules show detachment of epithelial cells from tubular BM and seem to fall off into the lumen (yellow circle). Rest of tubules with ATN: epithelial cells on the BM but thin + loss of brush borders.
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In celebration of the mathematical constant π (3.14), we hosted our 2nd Annual Pi Day! Activities included a Pie Bakeoff Contest, a Pi Digit Recitation Contest, and free pie! 🥧
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about 1 month ago
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🎙️ Join us for Grand Rounds on Fri 3/13 at 12:00 PM PT featuring Dr. Richard Haspal presenting on "Looking Back to Move Forward: Race and Transfusion Medicine." Full schedule ➨
bit.ly/3BMx0E3
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about 1 month ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 2 months ago
Some large KW nodules in this case of diabetic nephropathy. Unfortunately a common occurrence in my biopsy practice.
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🔬💪UCLA Pathology joins UCLA Gastroenterology & Hepatology and UCLA Health to raise awareness for
#CRC
screening. ☑️Awareness, screening, & early detection can save lives! Learn More ➨
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#DressInBlueDay
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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about 1 month ago
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UCLA Pathology is recruiting a Faculty Clinical Pathologist with expertise in Laboratory Medicine Informatics! Join our team today! ➨
bit.ly/3M3Ga8f
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about 2 months ago
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🎙️ Join us for Grand Rounds on Fri 3/6 at 12:00 PM PT featuring Dr. Matthew Greenblatt presenting on "A New Stem Cell Basis for Skeletal Pathology." Full schedule ➨
bit.ly/3BMx0E3
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about 2 months ago
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💫 We invite you to read and reflect on our March Chair’s Message, featuring Research Support updates and the latest department news. Read More ➨
bit.ly/4aMpBY1
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about 2 months ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 2 months ago
Allograft biopsy for AKI after belatacept conversion. Yikes! Acute cellular rejection grade III with necrotizing arteritis.
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Happy Thank a Resident Day! 🎉 Today we recognize our incredible Residents for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to outstanding patient care. Your commitment makes a difference every day.
about 2 months ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 2 months ago
Another chronic glomerulopathy case. EM stage IV of IV resorbed deposits in a pt with PLA2R+ Membranous nephropathy with persistent proteinuria.
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💫 We are thrilled to present Quality Improvement Day 2026 and the Daljit S. & Elaine Sarkaria Keynote Lecture. 🎙️This year’s theme, “Essential Value: Quality Improvement From the Laboratory to the Bedside” highlights vital connection between the lab and the patient experience.
about 2 months ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 2 months ago
Recent bxs are so important for clinical trial enrolment. Bx in pt with hx of lupus nephritis (IV+V) with worsening proteinuria. Bx for trial enrollment. Chronic changes only, 0 activity, resorbed deposits by EM, min IF staining.
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
about 2 months ago
Bx in older F pt for subnephrotic proteinuria reveals numerous myelin figures in podocytes. Concern for Fabry + other genetic diseases. Subsequently learned the pt was on long term to Plaquenil. Genetics pending, but may all be HCQ tox.
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In support of the LA community, our Department partnered with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank at a recent volunteer event. The volunteers were assigned to an assembly line to pack food kits. Our group packed 3,024 kits in a little over 3 hours! Ready to Help? Learn More ➨
bit.ly/3HcyUUI
about 2 months ago
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Happy Lunar New Year! May the year of the Fire Horse bring happiness, peace, and prosperity! 🎊
#HappyLunarNewYear
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2 months ago
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🎉 Announcing Our New Chief Residents! 🎉 We’re excited to introduce our new Chief Team: 🔵Dr. Ruoji Zhou – Conference 🟡Dr. Heather Ross – Scheduling 🔵Dr. Cullen Lilley – Tech/Ombuds 🟡Dr. Giovanni Botten – Ombuds/Tech
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2 months ago
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Behind every accurate diagnosis is a team of experts working in the lab. One of the most vital roles? The Clinical Laboratory Scientist. At UCLA Health, this isn’t just a profession - it’s a purpose. 🔬 Learn how to become a CLS & start your future in healthcare ➨
bit.ly/4avL7Pq
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2 months ago
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UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
2 months ago
Somewhat subtle case of light chain cast nephropathy by LM. Mostly fine granular casts. Rare PAS pale + two toned color casts. No cellular reaction. IF with K restricted casts confirmatory. EM demonstrates LC precipitation with uromodulin.
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reposted by
UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
2 months ago
Interesting case of necrotizing vasculitis in a lupus patient. Hx of LN in prior biopsies, no active GN features now. May be lupus vasculitis, but recommend r/o superimposed vasculitic disease (e.g., ANCA, drugs) with such biopsies findings.
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reposted by
UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
2 months ago
Tumor nephrectomy with incidental ALECT2. Interestingly this was from a pt from India. Reminder that a subset of ALECT2 cases have been reported in Punjabi patients (
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35986199/
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reposted by
UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
2 months ago
Leucocyte tickling a tubular epithelial cells in a case of cellular rejection in a txp biopsy. Can anyone with more immunology knowledge than me explain what is happening here?
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💫 We invite you to read and reflect on our February Chair’s Message, spotlighting the accomplishments and continued engagement of our distinguished alumni, along with the latest department updates. Read More ➨
bit.ly/4cacnVU
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2 months ago
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UCLA Pathology is recruiting a Faculty Clinical Pathologist with expertise in Laboratory Medicine Informatics! Join our team today! ➨
bit.ly/3M3Ga8f
#pathology
#path2path
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#Informatics
#LaboratoryMedicine
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reposted by
UCLA Pathology
Jonathan Zuckerman MD PhD
3 months ago
Classic global granular capillary wall staining with IgG in this case of membranous nephropathy.
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Congratulations to UCLA Pathology's Employee of the Month, Neida! 🎉
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3 months ago
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💫 The wonderful staff at Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center make donating easy and enjoyable. Please consider a life-saving donation!
#DonateBlood
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Give Blood. Save Lives. Donate Today! 🩸 📱: 310-825-0888 x2 🌐:
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3 months ago
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UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
3 months ago
Thanks to everyone
@uclapathology.bsky.social
who made Monday’s Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Information Seminar possible for our Careers in Chemistry & Biochemistry class! It was great to learn more CLS careers, and we appreciate the panelists sharing their insights & experiences.
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