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Safety in the Laboratory [Cme, Cmle]
Course sponsor: Am Society for Clin Pathol (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the location of eyewash stations and safety showers in relation to hazardous chemicals. explain when gloves must be changed. recognize what is considered a sharp for red bag waste disposal. describe the proper shoes for working in a laboratory.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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2010 Diagnostic Quality Assurance [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: Am Soc of Dermatopathology (ASDP)
The Diagnostic Quality Assurance program is concerned with the quality of diagnoses made by the dermatopathologist. Participants will review 20 cases and choose the multiple choice answer that best represents their diagnosis. Upon submission of the completed exam and evaluation, participants will receive immediate results including the correct case answers with discussion and references. A CME certificate will be available for printing to those who satisfactorily complete this program  4 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: October 15, 2012
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A Case of Intracellular Red Blood Cell Parasites. Check Sample Hematology 1005-CME/CMLE [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: explain the morphologic differentiation of babesiosis from malaria on a peripheral blood smear. describe the clinical manifestations of babesiosis. discuss the life cycle of Babesia microti. discuss the treatment of babesiosis. describe the endemic areas of babesiosis and malaria.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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A Comparative Analysis of Molecular Genetic and Conventional Cytogenetic Detection of Diagnostically Important Translocations in More Than 400 Cases of Acute Leukemia, Highlighting the Frequency of False-Negative Conventional Cytogenetics [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: discuss the significance of recurrent genetic aberrations in acute leukemia and the methods that are available for their detection. compare the utility of conventional cytogenetics with that of multiplex reverse transcriptase–polymerase chain reaction in the classification of acute leukemia.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: April 30, 2014
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A Comparison of Equivocal Immunohistochemical Results With Anti-HER2/neu Antibodies A0485 and SP3 With Corresponding FISH Results in Routine Clinical Practice [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •define the breast cancer proportions of HER2/neu negative, equivocal, and positive results by immunohistochemistry recommended by American Society of Clinical Oncology/College of American Pathologists guidelines. •estimate the proportion of HER2/neu equivocal cases that are amplified by fluorescence in situ hybridization testing. •discuss the possible reasons why reported HER2/neu immunohistochemical results for a tumor sample might vary between laboratories and thus across studies. •list the possible reasons why a rabbit monoclonal antibody such as SP3 may reduce by 50% the number of equivocal results for HER2/neu immunohistochemistry compared with rabbit polyclonal A0485 antibody.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: April 30, 2014
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A Novel Class of Laboratory Middleware: Promoting Information Flow and Improving Computerized Provider Order Entry. [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the central issues of computerized laboratory order entry. outline the various roles of the laboratory information system and clinical order entry systems in the test ordering process. define the role of the laboratory in the management of a laboratory order entry system.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: April 30, 2013
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A Novel Thromboelastographic Score to Identify Overt Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Resulting in a Hypocoagulable State [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the underlying principle of thromboelastography as a test of hemostasis as well as some of its major limitations. list the individual components of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis scoring algorithm for overt disseminated intravascular coagulation. recognize the concept of a consolidated score derived from the various data obtained from the thromboelastogram to assess a hypocoagulable state holistically.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: May 31, 2013
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A Pain In The Neck: Fusobacterium Necrophorum Infection. Check Sample Microbiology 1106-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas), Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors and Educators Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •describe Lemierre disease caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum. •discuss the epidemiology and the population at risk for F necrophorum disease. •explain the diagnostic procedures used to isolate and identify F necrophorum. •discuss the treatment and general outcome of F necrophorum infections.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013
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A Primer on the HLA System. Check Sample Transfusion Medicine 1101-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: identify the HLA structure, function, and methods. specify the importance of selection of HLA-compatible donors and screening for HLA antibodies before transplant. match patients with potential donors at the allele level. explain the complications of hematopoietic stem cell transplant. evaluate patients for donoe-specific antibodies. apply the 2011 HLA Nomenclature.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013
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A Review of Ancillary Testing in Gynecologic Cytology [Cme, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this program, you will be able to: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of ancillary tests for gynecologic cytology currently in widespread clinical use Discuss additional emerging biomarkers that may further refine the value of cervical-vaginal screening Evaluate commercial liquid-based tests for current and future ancillary testing  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: February 28, 2013
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A Synoptic Reporting System for Peripheral Blood Smear Interpretation [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •list several examples of synoptic reporting systems in both surgical pathology and hematopathology. •cite potential advantages and disadvantages of an Internet-based synoptic reporting system in peripheral blood smear reporting. •discuss potential improvements in resident education by implementation of a synoptic reporting system for peripheral blood smear interpretation and reporting. •list 2 examples in which morphologic findings on a peripheral blood smear can be combined with lab data and preexisting synoptic templates to generate a more comprehensive and useful final report. •describe several drawbacks inherent in the current model of resident education in peripheral blood smear interpretation and reporting.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: January 31, 2014
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A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Diagnostic Accuracy of Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology for Parotid Gland Lesions [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •describe the role of quality assessment in a meta-analysis. •define the following terms: verification bias, review bias, misclassification bias, timing bias, and bias due to handling of indeterminate results. •discuss the current state of knowledge regarding the factors affecting the diagnostic performance of fine-needle aspiration cytology for the assessment of salivary gland lesions. •list the general categories of factors that lead to variation in diagnostic performance.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: May 31, 2014
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A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Diagnostic Accuracy of Ultrasound-Guided Core Needle Biopsy for Salivary Gland Lesions [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •list the advantages and disadvantages of fine-needle aspiration cytology relative to core needle biopsy for salivary gland lesions. •understand the definitions of the major types of bias that occur in diagnostic accuracy studies: spectrum bias, verification bias, misclassification bias, and review bias. •describe the purpose of a quality assessment in a systematic review.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: August 31, 2014
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Aberrant Expression of CD8 in B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: A Multicenter Study of 951 Bone Marrow Samples With Lymphomatous Infiltration [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: list types of B-cell lymphoma in which aberrant expression of T-cell markers may occur. list T-cell markers that should be included in flow cytometric analysis of B-cell lymphomas. discuss the immunophenotyping of B-cell lymphomas.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: June 30, 2012
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Achieving 95% Cross-Methodological Concordance in HER2 Testing: Causes and Implications of Discordant Cases. [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:list key American Society of Clinical Oncology/College of American pathologists recommendations for HER2 test performance, interpretation, and validation.calculate assay concordance and how to perform validation of an HER2 testing methodology.list the primary causes of HER2 immunohistochemical (IHC) and fluorescence in situ hybridization discordance.identify the main reasons for interpreter error in HER2 IHC testing and apply this knowledge to improve HER2 IHC stain interpretation.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: June 30, 2013
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Acquired Activated Protein C Resistance Caused by Lupus Anticoagulants [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •compare and contrast the original, first-generation activated protein C resistance (APC-R) assay to the modified, second-generation APC-R assay. •describe the clinical features associated with lupus anticoagulants that help to define antiphospholipid antibody syndrome. •define the type of thrombosis, venous vs arterial, that might be expected with APC-R.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: July 31, 2014
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Acquired von Willebrand Syndrome. Check Sample Hematology 1008-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the most common laboratory findings in acquired von Willebrandsyndrome. list the major disorders associated with acquired von Willebrand syndrome. discuss the pathogenic mechanisms insofar as they are known for acquired von Willebrand syndrome. outline the treatments for acute bleeding in acquired von Willebrand syndrome.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Acute Fungal Sinusitis: Natural History and the Role of Frozen Section [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the clinical circumstances in which acute fungal sinusitis occurs. apply standard (H&E) staining to the identification of fungal hyphae. analyze the necessity for a frozen section as opposed to other modes of tissue processing.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: May 31, 2012
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ACUTE HEMORRHAGIC LEUKOENCEPHALITIS (AHL or HURST DISEASE). Check Sample Surgical Pathology II 1003-CME [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the clinical context in which acute hemorrhagic leukoencephalitis occurs. discuss the pathologic findings in acute hemorrhagic leukoencephalitis. explain differential considerations of acute hemorrhagic leukoencephalitis and other diseases on the basis of clinical findings and histopathology. apply ancillary data (eg, radiographic findings, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, and immunohistochemistry) to the diagnosis of white matter lesions of the central nervous system.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia With Burkitt-like Morphologic Features and High Myeloperoxidase Activity [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: recognize characteristics of leukemia cells that express lymphoid markers simultaneously with myeloperoxidase. list the common cytogenetic abnormalities in leukemia cells with myeloperoxidase expression and lymphoid morphology.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: July 31, 2012
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia With IDH1 or IDH2 Mutation: Frequency and Clinicopathologic Features. [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the physiologic role of IDH1 and IDH2. describe the nature of IDH1 and IDH2 mutations. discuss the characteristics of acute myeloid leukemia with IDH1 and IDH2 mutations.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: November 30, 2013
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia With t(9;11)(p21-22;q23): Common Properties of Dysregulated Ras Pathway Signaling and Genomic Progression Characterize De Novo and Therapy-Related Cases [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the salient clinicopathologic and molecular genetic features of acute myeloid leukemia with t(9;11)(p21-22;q23), including factors that may contribute to leukemogenesis and/or leukemic progression. discuss similarities and differences between de novo and therapy-related disease with t(9;11)(p21-22;q23).  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: March 31, 2013
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Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Larynx. Check Sample Surgical Pathology I 1007-CME [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: formulate a differential diagnosis for a submucosal lesion in the larynx. identify the histologic features of adenoid cystic carcinoma. identify common locations for adenoid cystic carcinoma and the most common site for metastasis. describe the importance and necessary components of the surgical pathology report for adenoid cystic carcinoma. The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activities. This activity meets MOC Part II Lifelong Learning requirements. A self-assessment option is available for pathologists to earn SAM credits towards Maintenance of Certification.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Adrenal Gland Leiomyosarcoma and Metastasis to the Lung. Check Sample Surgical Pathology II 1001-CME [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the distinctive morphologic features that separate leiomyosarcomas from other tumors more commonly found in the adrenal gland. identify possible differential diagnoses. discuss the optimal use of immunostains in resolving the differential between leiomyosarcomas and morphologically similar tumors of the adrenal gland. compare and contrast adrenal gland leiomyosarcomas and other retroperitoneal sarcomas in terms of morphology and immunostaining.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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ALDH, CA I, and CD2AP: Novel, Diagnostically Useful Immunohistochemical Markers to Identify Erythroid Precursors in Bone Marrow Biopsy Specimens AJHE1201 [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Students, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •list a panel of immunohistochemical stains useful to identify erythroid precursors in bone marrow biopsy specimens. •describe the advantage of aldehyde dehydrogenase over glycophorin A and other erythroid markers. •list potential diagnostic pitfalls in using immunohistochemical stains to evaluate erythroid precursors.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: November 30, 2014
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Algae Gone Wild: When Plants Become Pathogens. Check Sample Microbiology 1005-CME/CMLE [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: discuss the 2 algae that cause invasive disease in humans. describe 3 clinical presentations of protothecosis in humans. describe the microscopic and biochemical characteristics of Prototheca wickerhamii that differentiate it from Prototheca zopfii. discuss the histopathologic stains that are useful in the identification of Prototheca spp. explain the laboratory methods used to definitively diagnose protothecosis. describe a potential treatment for protothecosis.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Alleviation of IgM Monoclonal Protein Interference in Nephelometric Assays by Sample Treatment With Reducing Agent in a Chaotropic Salt Solution AJCC1202 [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Students, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •describe proposed mechanisms for nephelometric interference observed in a subset of patients with IgM monoclonal gammopathy. •outline a method for alleviation of IgM nephelometric interference using a reducing agent.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: November 30, 2014
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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Which Test? When? Check Sample Clinical Chemistry 1002-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe signs and symptoms in patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. outline a diagnostic approach to patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. describe the 3 tests most commonly used to evaluate for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. explain the advantages and disadvantages of the various available testing methods for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. discuss the role of testing in the face of a family history of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. outline an approach to the identification of people suspected of having a Null allele for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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An Accidental Manner of Death With Aortic Dissection. Check Sample Forensic Pathology 1107-CME [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Med Students, and Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •examine how cocaine and its breakdown products can predispose to an aortic dissection. •evaluate toxicology results to determine the manner of death in a case of aortic dissection. •evaluate a patient’s symptoms using the Stanford and the DeBakey dissection classification systems to predict the cause of an aortic dissection. •assess risk factors to evaluate the cause of an aortic dissection. •determine when toxicology testing should be considered in cases of aortic dissection.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013
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An Assessment of the Usefulness of Immunohistochemical Stains in the Diagnosis of Hairy Cell Leukemia [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •identify the morphologic mimics of hairy cell leukemia (HCL) and the clinical importance of definitive diagnosis. •list 4 immunohistochemical stains that, as a panel, will assist in diagnosing HCL. •describe the limitations of current diagnostic techniques when HCL is considered.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: July 31, 2014
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An Examination of the Usefulness of Repeat Testing Practices in a Large Hospital Clinical Chemistry Laboratory AJCC1201 [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Students, Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •list the "triggers" that are commonly used to institute automated or manual repeat laboratory testing such as critical values, delta checks, and values outside of the analytic measurement range (AMR). •examine repeat testing practices at their own institution to determine whether repeating tests within the AMR results in the identification of significant numbers of analytical errors. •predict what types of historical repeat triggers may no longer be necessary in a contemporary automated laboratory setting.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: November 30, 2014
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Analysis of Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus in CD25+ Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma in Children [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: define the pathologic characteristics of anaplastic large cell lymphomas (ALCL) in children. cite the role, if any, of the association of ALCL with human T-cell lymphotropic virus and/or Epstein-Barr virus. provide guidelines for definitive diagnostic testing for ALCL, including immunophenotyping and cytogenetic approaches.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: May 31, 2012
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Anaphylaxis: Fatal Hypersensitivity Reaction to Carboplatin. Check Sample Forensic Pathology 1007-CME [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the clinical features and pathomechanism of anaphylaxis. explain the relationship between the infusion of carboplatin and the onset of anaphylaxis. describe the relevance of serum tryptase concentration with the diagnosis of anaphylaxis. identify the causes of false-positive elevation of postmortem serum tryptase concentration. identify the causes of elevated serum tryptase concentration other than anaphylaxis. compare the value of tryptase concentration to histamine concentration as a diagnostic tool for anaphylaxis.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma, Alk-Positive. Check Sample Hematology 1006-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the clinical and morphologic features of anaplastic large-cell lymphoma, anaplastic lymphoma kinase–positive (ALCL, ALK+). determine the diagnostic workup for ALCL, ALK+ and identify the clinical significance of ALK expression status. compare the differential diagnosis of lymphoproliferative disorders with anaplastic morphology and/or CD30 expression, including ALCL, ALK+. explain the genetic abnormality and pathogenesis of ALCL, ALK+. describe the management and prognosis of ALCL, ALK+.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Anatomic Pathology Electronic Case Series (APECS) [Cme]
Course sponsor: United States & Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP)
The Anatomic Pathology Electronic Case Series (APECS) Program is an interactive, online continuing medical education activity which is sponsored by the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP). It is intended for practicing pathologists and pathologists in training. Content is provided by the membership of the Academy, and individuals interested in becoming an author are encouraged to submit proposals.  4-8 credit hour(s)  
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Angioedema of the Tongue: A Rare Cause of Asphyxia in a Homicide. Check Sample Forensic Pathology 1101-CME [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: describe the pathophysiology of angioedema. discuss circumstances in which angioedema can cause asphyxia. evaluate a differential diagnosis of angioedema in living patients. evaluate angioedema as a possible cause of death at autopsy. determine the manner of death in an investigation in which angioedema may play a role.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013
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Antibody Elution Testing: When and How [Cme]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: identify the causes of a positive direct antiglobulin test result. explain the uses and the interpretation of elution results. identify the technical aspects that influence the outcome of the elution procedure.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Anticoagulation Clinic: Point-of-Care Testing. Check Sample Clinical Chemistry 1003-CME/CMLE [Cme, Sam, Cmle]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: explain what the international normalized ratio (INR) is, how it is determined, problems in its determination, and how it is used. describe the mechanisms of action of heparin and warfarin. describe how pharmacogenetic information can be used to more accurately estimate an individual’s therapeutic warfarin dose. identify potential problems associated with using point-of-care testing in INR determination such as lupus anticoagulant antibodies and heparin interferences. explain how point-of-care INR testing is performed.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2012
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Aortic Aneurysm, Graft Dehiscence, and Perforation With Remote History of Repair of Coarctation of the Aorta. Check Sample Forensic Pathology 1102-CME [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: investigate for bicuspid aortic valve in a patient with coarctation of the aorta (CoA). identify the rate of aneurysm formation in patients with previous CoA repair. discuss the most common causes of aortobronchopulmonary fistula. recognize the pathognomonic feature of an aortobronchopulmonary fistula in a patient with a history of thoracic aorta surgery. recognize the symptom triad indicative of a mycotic aneurysm in a patient with CoA. implement a radiologic screening program and schedule for a patient with a history of CoA repair with a patch aortoplasty to assess for aneurysm formation.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013
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Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma. Check Sample Surgical Pathology I 1101-CME [Cme, Sam]
Course sponsor: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Residents, Med Students, and Pathologist Assistants Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: •formulate a differential diagnosis for an appendiceal mass. •describe the histopathologic features of common appendiceal tumors. •identify features of staging and prognostic importance in the evaluation of appendiceal tumors. •apply genetic testing for Lynch syndrome in colorectal carcinoma according to Bethesda guidelines.  1 credit hour(s)   - Course Expires: December 31, 2013


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