Rodney E. Rohde, PhD, SV/SM/MB(ASCP)CM, FACSc is a University Distinguished and Regents’ Professor and Chair for the Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Program in the College of Health Professions (CHP) at Texas State University. He served as Associate Dean of Research for nine years in the CHP and now is the Associate Director for the Translational Health Research Center. He is also an Associate Adjunct Professor of Biology at Austin Community College. Rohde is a Global Fellow and Honorary Professor of International studies. He is an ASCP board certified Specialist in Virology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology.
From Pathogen to Infectious Disease Diagnosis
July 12th 2024Here is our inaugural podcast with our host, Rodney E. Rohde, PhD, SV/SM/MB(ASCP)CM, FACSc, who interviews guests on connecting lab professionals to clinicians and the intricacies of assays, the next generation of diagnostics, and the nuances of interpreting test results.
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As the Adenovirus-Induced Hepatitis Mystery Continues, an Understanding of Testing is Vital
June 25th 2023Clinicians should consider adenovirus testing in pediatric patients with hepatitis of unknown etiology. Here is an update on the incidence rates and lab diagnostics associated with identifying the virus.
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Overview of SARS-CoV-2 Virus and Subvariants
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, discusses the difference between the original SARS-CoV-2 strain and subvariant strains.
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