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New Dates Announced for AACC 2016

The dates for the 2016 AACC Annual Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo in Philadelphia have been changed to July 31–August 4, 2016 due to the scheduling of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia during the same week originally reserved for AACC’s meeting. (Photo copyright: Paul Loftland for PHLCVB)

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President Obama’s Precision Medicine Initiative

This $215 million program aims to compile genetic and physiological data with the hope that patients can one day be optimally treated using targeted therapies. (Photo credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls)

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Do We Need Procalcitonin for Sepsis?

Expert Sutirtha Chakraborty, MD, explains the significant advantages of PCT compared to other biomarkers.

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Preventing Maternal-Fetal Rubella Transmission

A digital-microfluidic-powered immunoassay could help reduce fatal transmissions of rubella from mother to fetus by making rubella diagnosis more accessible in resource-limited settings.

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FEATURED AACC WEBINAR

Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing

With the regulation of laboratory-developed tests in flux and consumer interest in genetic testing on the rise, it’s unclear what the future holds for direct-to-consumer genetic testing. Attend this AACC webinar on February 26, 2–3 p.m. EST to learn what lies ahead for this field.

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UPCOMING LIMITED WEBSITE ACCESS

Certain Website Functions Will Be Unavailable February 28–March 1

Due to a planned server upgrade, visitors will be unable to log into AACC’s website or place an order through the AACC Store starting at 7 a.m. EST on Saturday, February 28. These functions will be back on Sunday, March 1 at 12 p.m. EST. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact AACC’s customer service department at +1.202.857.0717 or custserv@aacc.org. We appreciate your patience.

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PATIENT CARE

AACC’s Lab Tests Online is the premier online patient resource on lab testing. Developed in collaboration with 16 other laboratory associations, Lab Tests Online effectively educates patients and their loved ones about their lab tests. At the same time, the peer-reviewed site teaches users about the critical role that laboratory testing plays in the practice of medicine. The site is used regularly by laboratorians, physicians, and other medical professionals who need to quickly confirm their understanding of a test or who seek help in talking about testing with their patients. Lab Tests Online has been translated and adapted by 16 partner sites around the globe.

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About AACC

AACC is a global scientific and medical professional organization dedicated to clinical laboratory science and its application to healthcare. Our leadership in education, advocacy and collaboration helps lab professionals adapt to change and do what they do best: provide vital insight and guidance so patients get the care they need.

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