This is an elective module of the Biomarker Testing Navigation Certificate program. This online, interactive module equips learners with essential skills to optimize the process of sending out specimens for biomarker testing. Participants will explore practical strategies to enhance collaboration with reference laboratories, track and manage specimens efficiently, minimize turnaround times, establish effective communication protocols, and verify the reliability of test results.
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Course topics include:
- Working with reference labs
- Streamlining specimen triage, tracking and management
- Optimizing turnaround time
- Evaluating performance metrics in precision diagnostics
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of pathologists and laboratory professionals.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
- Apply best practices for collaborating with reference laboratories to ensure timely and accurate biomarker test results.
- Implement effective methods for tracking and managing specimens sent to reference laboratories.
- Evaluate strategies to minimize turnaround time (TAT) for samples sent for biomarker testing, using real-world examples.
- Execute accurate test ordering and result retrieval for cancer biomarker testing.
- Analyze key performance indicators and testing data points to optimize the efficiency and accuracy of biomarker testing processes.
Faculty
Amanda Hanson, MS
Director, Precision Medicine
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Spartanburg, SC
Faculty Disclosures
Amanda Hanson has no financial relationships to disclose.
Credit Designation Statement
ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credit. This activity meets CMP and state re-licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.
For questions regarding CMLE credit, please contact ASCP Customer Service at 1-800-267-2727, option 2, in the US & Canada or internationally at access code + 3-1-312-541-4890. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CT.
Method of Participation
To complete the activity and receive credit, the participant must participate in the online activity. CMLE certificates will be provided online.
Commercial Support
This activity is supported by a sponsorship from AstraZeneca.