An online health site designed by lab/med professionals to help patients understand their lab tests.
Seattle, WA
Joined April 2009
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Diagnostic sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values are all important metrics that are used to evaluate the performance of laboratory tests, including for #COVID19. AACC President Dr. David Grenache explains. youtu.be/Q_oGKJxivok
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Most errors in laboratory testing come from the preanalytical phase of testing--everything that happens before a patient sample gets to the lab. AACC President Dr. David Grenache explains in this video how to avoid these errors in #COVID19 testing. youtu.be/3-77EcXNxoU
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As scientists learn more about how #COVID19 spreads, AACC President Dr. Carmen Wiley explains how the benefits of wearing a mask have become increasingly clear—not just to protect ourselves, but to proactively protect those around us. youtu.be/pyrpbq0Di7A
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Download this helpful brochure on #COVID19 that covers topics including how to avoid spreading the virus: ow.ly/ilgT50zHjNO
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Testing is critical to defeating #COVID19. But with testing resources still limited, when does someone really need to get tested and when is it OK to self-monitor at home? AACC President Dr. Carmen Wiley explains. youtu.be/zulEwoIIlrM
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Using the right test at the right time can make all the difference for patients. The wrong test can lead to errors and wasted resources. AACC has launched a new resource to help tackle this problem--Optimal Testing: AACC’s Guide to Lab Test Utilization. ow.ly/N1im50ABiKH
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As supply shortages continue to hamper #COVID19 testing, AACC President Dr. Carmen Wiley explains how pooled testing could enable clinical labs to process more tests while saving the materials needed to run them. youtu.be/BV9_V-szrbE
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In an NPR interview, AACC President-Elect Dr. David Grenache explains the limitations of antibody tests when scientists don't yet know whether antibodies mean immunity to the #COVID19 virus. ow.ly/ppOF50zGqTV
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Let's celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 19-25, 2020 to respect all lab professionals who are working round the clock for better healthcare. Thank you for your service, we need you more than ever!
#LabWeek2020
@_AACC @ASCP_Chicago @_EFLM @Pathologists @ASCLS
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AACC supports Congress's work on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, but is asking Congress to fix language that could lead to surprise bills for #COVID19 tests performed in accordance with FDA policy but before the agency has completed review. ow.ly/Y3KI50yLV3c
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As you celebrate #LabWeek this year, don't forget to spread the message outside your lab about the important role of laboratory medicine professionals. Check out the great resources from AACC's patient site, @LabTestsOnline ow.ly/QxoV50qUsyh
ALT Medical Laboratory Professionals Get Results
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Happy Medical Laboratory Professionals Week! Top Ten Things You Should Know about Lab Tests. #IamASCLS #Lab4Life #LabWeek #WeSaveLivesEveryday #TellYourStory #MedLabTwitter labtestsonline.org/news/1604…
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Hey @mdcalc @LabTestsOnline @thenntgroup @dermnetnz @HealthySkin4All @RightBreatheUK you are all mentioned as possible resources/ tool for #appsfornurses and other HCWs in #primarycare
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Editors of major cardiovascular journals call for enhanced science literacy, combating medical misinformation hyped through the internet, television, chat rooms and social media bit.ly/2GbcuT7 bit.ly/2GajPSM @LabTestsOnline
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It may surprise you that many people don’t know that having #diabetes increases their risk for #heartdisease. Learn more about the link & what you can do to protect your heart: ow.ly/52kT30mKNh3
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At tonight's #FolioAwards @CLN_AACC Stat, @_AACC Artery, and @LabTestsOnline all were honored as finalists in editorial, social media/community and website redesign categories foliomag.com/go/2018-eddie-a… Congratulations!
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Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay.
#Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of #dementia and may contribute to 60–70% of cases.
People with dementia need access to care.
Let's ensure the dignity of every person with a #MentalHealth condition is respected.
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Every 9 minutes someone in a U.S. hospital dies due to a diagnosis that was wrong or delayed. Through patient education on @LabTestsOnline and efforts like betterdiagnosis.org, AACC believes laboratory medicine experts can ensure #betterdiagnosis for patients and save lives.
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Today is #WorldSepsisDay. Sepsis kills 44,000 people i nthe UK each year, more than prostate, bowel and breast cancer combined and yet many people haven't heard of it. Check out our page labtestsonline.org.uk/condit… or @UKSepsisTrust or @WorldSepsisDay to learn more
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Stroke can happen at any age — and now more young people are having strokes than in the past. Despite this, Michael Night’ son, John Michael, was not diagnosed with stroke until he had spent several days in hospitals— seriously impacting his treatment/recovery. #betterdiagnosis
