What We Do

Knowledge and Innovation

The Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM, formerly AACC) is at the forefront of new approaches in laboratory medicine. To address the complexity of an evolving healthcare landscape, ADLM promotes new thinking and new skills. We inspire scientific breakthroughs and provide essential, clinically-relevant content, so lab professionals can discover new adaptive solutions, respond more successfully to change and advance their careers.

Advocacy and Value

Through outreach and advocacy, ADLM is committed to building awareness of the essential contribution made by all laboratory medicine professionals in today’s complex, changing healthcare environment. We work to ensure policymakers and healthcare thought leaders recognize that our voices and professional expertise are vital to improving patient outcomes through effective lab testing, diagnosis and treatment. And, we promote greater public understanding of lab tests, fostering more productive conversations between patients and their physicians.

Collaboration and Connections

ADLM engages diverse professionals who share a need to stay up-to-date on the latest research, technology, regulations and management practices, and stay connected with global experts and peers in laboratory medicine. Ours is a dynamic community for intellectual stimulation, idea exchange, mentoring, collaboration and building enduring relationships.