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| CCCLW Members  Abbott Diagnostics is a global leader in in vitro diagnostics and offers a broad range of innovative instrument systems and tests for hospitals, reference labs, blood banks, physician offices and clinics. With more than 69,000 institutional customers in more than 100 countries, Abbott diagnostic products offer customers automation, convenience, cost effectiveness and flexibility. The history of Abbott Diagnostics is filled with examples of first-of-a-kind products and significant technological advancements. Abbott Diagnostics is a part of Abbott Laboratories, a broad-based health care company with products that span the continuum of care—from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and cure. |  The American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) is the principal association of professional laboratory scientists, including MDs and PhDs. Our members develop and perform tests conducted in hospital laboratories, clinics, medical centers and other health care settings. The AACC provides national and worldwide leadership in advancing the practice and profession of clinical laboratory medicine and its role in improving health care. AACC's mission includes educating the public about the value of laboratory testing with the overall goal of improving the public's health.
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The American Medical Technologists (AMT) is a nonprofit certification agency and professional membership association representing over 41,000 individuals in allied health care. Established in 1939, AMT has been providing allied health professionals with professional certification services and membership programs to enhance their professional and personal growth. Upon certification, individuals automatically become members of AMT and start to receive valuable benefits.  The Association for Molecular Pathology(AMP) is a not-for-profit scientific society dedicated to the advancement, practice, and science of clinical molecular laboratory medicine and translational research based on the applications of genomics and proteomics.
The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is the oldest and largest non-registry professional society, representing 12,000 non-physician clinical laboratory practitioners. The society's members include clinical laboratory directors, managers, supervisors, hematologists, immunologists, educators, clinical chemists, microbiologists, phlebotomists and other professionals. The mission of ASCLS is support its members in their quest to provide quality services for all consumers. The members ascribe to a code of ethics and are committed to safeguarding the dignity and privacy of patients and providing accurate information to other health care professionals about laboratory services. The Society promotes the highest standards of practice and professional competence through conferences, publications and education programs. The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), founded in 1922, is the world's largest organization representing the entire laboratory team. ASCP's membership comprises 130,000 pathologists, residents, doctoral-level laboratory scientists, and a host of laboratory professionals, including pathologists' assistants, medical technologists, cytotechnologists, histotechnologists, histologic technicians, phlebotomists, medical laboratory technicians, and numerous other laboratory specialists. The mission of ASCP is to provide excellence in education, certification, and advocacy on behalf of patients, pathologists, and laboratory professionals. The American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification's mission statement is to provide excellence in certification of laboratory professionals on behalf of patients worldwide.   The American Society for Cytotechnology (ASCT), as the collective voice for the profession, is committed to defining and promoting cytotechnology by: developing practice standards; monitoring and evaluating legislative/regulatory issues and emerging technologies affecting the profession; and providing unique, practical educational opportunities pertinent to the practice of cytotechnology. The American Society for Microbiology (ASM) is the largest single life science society, comprising 42,000 scientists and health professionals. ASM's mission is to advance the microbiological sciences and the profession of microbiology for the common good by disseminating information and stimulating research and education. Microbiologists study microorganisms to understand basic biological and disease processes. Clinical/medical microbiology is essential to the diagnosis, treatment, and control of infectious diseases and the ability of medicine to improve health and quality of life. The American Society of Cytopathology (ASC), founded in 1951, is a distinguished national professional society of physicians, cytotechnologists and scientists who are dedicated to the cytologic method of diagnostic pathology. The ASC’s diverse membership of more than 3000 individuals includes representatives from other countries who share a vision of education, research and continuous improvement in the standards and quality of patient care. The ASC is a unique society that provides a forum where physicians and cytotechnologists can interact and network with each other on both a personal and professional level.  T he Association of Genetic Technologists, Inc. (AGT), founded in 1975, is a non-profit professional organization established to promote cooperation and exchange of information among those engaged in classical cytogenetics, molecular and biochemical genetics, and to stimulate interest in genetics as a career. The approximately 1,300 technologists, supervisors, and lab directors that are members of AGT comprise a network of dedicated professionals who share a common bond; an interest in genetics. AGT's annual meeting provides opportunities to develop professional contacts in the ever-expanding area of clinical and research genetics. Our publications keep members and subscribers abreast of the latest developments in the field. AGT's continuing educational opportunities assist those who have professional certifications to maintain their professional credentials. In addition, various awards and volunteer opportunities allow technologists to be recognized for their contribution to the profession.  The Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) is a national non-profit dedicated to working with its members to strengthen public health laboratories. By promoting effective programs and public policy, APHL strives to provide public health laboratories with the resources and infrastructure needed to protect the health of U.S. residents and to prevent and control disease globally.
 Founded in 1976, the Clinical Laboratory Management Association is an international association of healthcare professionals who are responsible for the operation of laboratories and clinical services provided by hospitals and related healthcare organizations. CLMA’s mission is to further enhance the profession of laboratory management and leadership skill development for its members. ThinkLab, CLMA’s annual conference and exhibition provides attendees with high-quality continuing education programs and exposes members to the latest laboratory products and professional services. CLMA’s newsletter, Laboratory Management, contains personal stories focusing on the people who make our labs function. Bi-weekly CLMA Email Alerts provide a summary of industry headline news and educational updates to association members. These fine CLMA offerings and more can be accessed through CLMA’s website at www.clma.org.
 The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is a medical society serving nearly 16,0000 physician members and the laboratory community throughout the world. It is the world's largest association composed exclusively of pathologists and is widely recognized as the leader in laboratory quality assurance. The CAP is an advocate for high quality and cost-effective patient care.
The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) is committed to being the premier agency for international accreditation and approval of educational programs in the clinical laboratory sciences and related healthcare disciplines. NAACLS provides leadership in fostering innovative educational apoproaches and actively supports cooperative efforts with other agencies.
The Veterans Health Affairs Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service (VA) operates approximately 600 clinical laboratories across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Manila in a variety of inpatient and outpatient facilities. The VA is proud to employ highly qualified laboratory professionals to perform all complexities of laboratory testing for our Veterans.
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