Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine

In a letter sent today, ADLM asked Congress to increase funding for the CDC’s initiative to harmonize clinical laboratory test results — a program that will not only improve patient care, but that is also integral to the advancement of healthcare technology. https://ow.ly/FbBF50VuXYZ

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a decision to vacate the Food and Drug Administration’s final rule to regulate laboratory developed tests as medical devices on Monday. “This is a major victory for patients, as laboratory developed tests play an indispensable role in enabling patients to get timely diagnoses and care for conditions ranging from cancer to emerging infectious diseases,” said Dr. Anthony Killeen, president of ADLM. The court found that the FDA rule would have negatively impacted patient access to these essential tests, and that the rule also went against Congress’ intent for laboratory services to be regulated under the current CLIA framework. https://ow.ly/fnXk50VsAxh

Members of ADLM's board of directors visited lawmakers and their staff on Capitol Hill yesterday. ADLM is concerned that the FDA’s final rule to regulate lab developed tests will hinder the delivery of timely and high-quality patient care. Pictured are Reid Rosehill, Dr. Paul Jannetto, and Dr. Tony Killeen with Meagan Daly, legislative assistant to Rep. Brad Finstad.

This week, the ADLM Ohio Valley and Northeast Ohio Local Sections (in collaboration with ASCLS-Ohio) held the 16th Annual Ohio Collaborative Laboratory Conference. This 2-day educational conference included 20+ educational talks, a student academic challenge, and 20+ vendors. Thanks to all who made it a huge success!

Join Laborastories host Dr. Anthony Killeen as he sits down with Dr. Corinne Fantz to discuss how she ended up working in the in vitro diagnostics industry, how it compares to working in a traditional lab setting, and how people can prepare for pursuing a similar career. https://ow.ly/MxKi50Vp4Te

Want to thank my ADLM Capital section colleagues, Nicholas Larkey, PhD, DABCC, NRCC, CPP, FADLM (from University of Virginia);Alessandra Luchini (from George Mason University), and Tara Givens (from Quest Diagnostics) for taking the time to judge abstracts related to the field of laboratory medicine at the Regional High School Science Fair on Robinson Secondary High School in Fairfax VA on March 22, 2025. It was a pleasure meeting these very enthusiastic high school students and discussing their projects with them. Our hope is that they will continue in research in science in the years to come and have a great appreciation for a career in our field! #science #laboratorymedicine #clinicalpathology #researchadvocacy #AssociationforDiagnostics&LaboratoryMedicine #ADLM

Este seminario estará dedicado especialmente a la fase analítica, utilizando las pautas de CLSI y CLIA como marco de referencia para discutir los conceptos de verificación y validación de pruebas cualitativas en el laboratorio clínico. Seminario gratis: https://ow.ly/ySrp50Vnk9T

ADLM is calling on the laboratory community to support the Freedom for Laboratory Innovation and Testing Act. It only takes 2 minutes to contact your representative in Congress. Take action with ADLM Laboratory Voice: https://ow.ly/PiJo50VmcsS

New research from ADLM's Clinical Chemistry journal shows current antibody thresholds miss immunocompromised children needing MMR booster shots. These findings could help better protect them from disease. https://ow.ly/MWqQ50Vl5j3

Be prepared to be amazed at #ADLM2025 in Chicago, IL, USA -- there’s only one Expo that brings the wonder of clinical laboratory medicine to life. Join lab medicine leaders from various specialties to explore innovative solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and essential products. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover what’s practical—and what’s possible—in the lab and beyond! Register early and save – now just $40 at https://lnkd.in/gntuQnNH.