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The American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) is the principal association of professional laboratory scientists, including MDs and PhDs. Our members develop and perform tests conducted in hospital laboratories, clinics, medical centers and other health care settings. The AACC provides national and worldwide leadership in advancing the practice and profession of clinical laboratory medicine and its role in improving health care. AACC's mission includes educating the public about the value of laboratory testing with the overall goal of improving the public's health.
The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is the oldest and largest non-registry professional society, representing 12,000 non-physician clinical laboratory practitioners. The society's members include clinical laboratory directors, managers, supervisors, hematologists, immunologists, educators, clinical chemists, microbiologists, phlebotomists and other professionals. The mission of ASCLS is support its members in their quest to provide quality services for all consumers. The members ascribe to a code of ethics and are committed to safeguarding the dignity and privacy of patients and providing accurate information to other health care professionals about laboratory services. The Society promotes the highest standards of practice and professional competence through conferences, publications and education programs.
The American Society for Microbiology is the largest single life science society, comprising 42,000 scientists and health professionals. ASM's mission is to advance the microbiological sciences and the profession of microbiology for the common good by disseminating information and stimulating research and education. Microbiologists study microorganisms to understand basic biological and disease processes. Clinical/medical microbiology is essential to the diagnosis, treatment, and control of infectious diseases and the ability of medicine to improve health and quality of life.
CLMA is an international association of nearly 3,000 clinical laboratory professionals. CLMA’s mission is to empower laboratory professionals to achieve excellence in leadership through forward-thinking education, networking, and advocacy opportunities. CLMA's journal, Clinical Leadership & Management Review is a peer-reviewed journal in its 24th year of publication and remains one of the most respected in the industry. Its e-newsletter, Industry Pulse, is a weekly digital compilation of important management and laboratory news direct to your inbox. These publications and other valued member benefits including our eCommunity, Chapters, web-based education, and career center can be accessed through CLMA's website at www.clma.org.
The American Society of Hematology (ASH) is the world's largest professional society concerned with the causes and treatment of blood disorders. The Society?s mission is to further the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders affecting the blood, bone marrow, and the immunologic, hemostatic and vascular systems, by promoting research, clinical care, education, training, and advocacy in hematology. Founded in 1958, the society has played an active role in the development of hematology as a discipline through bringing together clinicians and scientists and establishing standards for certification.
The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) was established to "Promote Clinical Practice, Basic Research, and Education in Molecular Pathology." AMP's mission is to represent and unify practitioners of Molecular Pathology with emphasis on the following common goals: to increase public awareness of molecular technology and its utility; to provide a forum for communication among members; to develop and maintain liaisons with other organizations and agencies concerned with Molecular Pathology; to work together to ensure quality and competence in the profession; to educate members, and provide guidelines for educating trainees in this discipline; and to identify current and emerging issues in the regulatory or credentialing arenas.
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is a professional association representing 130,000 members working as pathologists, residents, laboratory professionals, and medical and laboratory students. Founded in 1922, ASCP is the world's oldest and largest society representing the entire laboratory team. ASCP's mission is to provide excellence in education, certification, and advocacy on behalf of patients, pathologists, and laboratory professionals.
The College of American Pathologists is a medical society serving nearly 16,000 physician members and the laboratory community throughout the world. It is the world's largest association composed exclusively of pathologists and is widely recognized as the leader in laboratory quality assurance. The CAP is an advocate for high quality and cost-effective patient care.
The Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) is the national certifying body and professional society for medical laboratory professionals, with over 14,000 members in Canada and around the world. Members include medical laboratory technologists, medical laboratory assistants, educators and scientists, who work in public and private laboratories. CSMLS supports members by offering continuing education, professional recognition programs and grants and scholarships. CSMLS is an active participant in the health care planning process in Canada, working with federal and provincial governments on issues relating to medical laboratory testing.
The Canadian Society of Clinical Chemists (CSCC) is a national scientific and professional society representing clinical biochemists across Canada. It provides leadership in the practice of clinical biochemistry and clinical laboratory medicine through service, education and research. The Society establishes standards for diagnostic services and serves as a resource to government, industry, and health care associations, in the interest of the general public.
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI), formerly NCCLS, is committed to promoting quality health care through consensus standards, guidelines, and best practices. CLSI is dedicated to service in the area of health care testing and related health care services, and values this opportunity to support the much-needed effort for consumer education in the area of medical laboratory testing.
The National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (NACB) was founded in 1976 and is the official Academy of the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC). Its membership consists of doctorate level scientists who are involved in developing the scholarship and practice of laboratory medicine. The Academy is a leading advocate for scholarship through scientific research and it conducts educational programs to promote scientific discovery and application. NACB develops and publishes laboratory medicine practice guidelines to enhance medical diagnosis and therapy.
Whether freestanding or hospital-based, physician-office based or a multi-site system, Joint Commission Laboratory accreditation helps laboratories streamline operations and achieve a higher level of integration. Joint Commission accreditation helps labs learn how to improve quality, reduce costs, demonstrate accountability, and increase options for participation in managed care and other contractual arrangements. Joint Commission accreditation is recognized as the Gold Standard for Quality in Health Care.
The Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) is a national non-profit dedicated to working with its members to strengthen public health laboratories. By promoting effective programs and public policy, APHL strives to provide public health laboratories with the resources and infrastructure needed to protect the health of US residents and to prevent and control disease globally.
Established in 1947, AABB is an international, not-for-profit association dedicated to the advancement of science and the practice of transfusion medicine and related biological therapies. The association is committed to improving health by developing and delivering standards, accreditation and educational programs and services that optimize patient and donor care and safety. AABB membership consists of approximately 1,800 institutions and 8,000 individuals, including physicians, scientists, administrators, medical technologists, nurses, researchers, blood donor recruiters and public relations personnel. Members are located in all 50 states and 80 countries.
The American Association of Bioanalysts is a national professional association whose members are clinical laboratory directors, owners, supervisors, managers, medical technologists, medical laboratory technicians, physician office laboratory technicians and phlebotomists. AAB also has three specialized membership sections for laboratory professionals: the College of Reproductive Biology (CRB), the Environmental Biology and Public Health Section (EBPH) and the National Independent Laboratory Association (NILA). AAB is committed to the pursuit of excellence in clinical laboratory services by enhancing the professional skills of each of its members; promoting more efficient and productive operations; offering external quality control programs; collaborating with other professional associations and government agencies; promoting safe laboratory practices; and educating legislators, regulators, and the general public about clinical laboratory tests and procedures.
The American Academy of Family Physician’s Proficiency Testing (AAFP-PT) for Office Laboratories is a simple, flexible, and comprehensive program from a name you can trust. Approved by CMS and COLA, AAFP-PT is designed to assist office laboratories in meeting CLIA, COLA, and state regulatory requirements, to assess performance, and gain accurate patient lab results. Participation in AAFP-PT provides continuing medical education (CME) opportunities for physicians and their laboratory staff.
