Description
Many healthcare systems have improved patient care and reduced costs by implementing uniform laboratory testing across multiple sites. This case will explain how you can streamline test order workflows and standardize testing practices across multiple locations.
Objectives
After completing this activity, you should be able to:
- Explain the function of middleware in the laboratory.
- Describe reasons it’s important to review the SOPs of all sites involved in a laboratory harmonization project.
- Understand the impact that different middleware rules may have when establishing a reflex algorithm across multiple laboratory sites.
CME Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a
maximum of 1
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Payment Information
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College of American Pathologists
CAP Learning
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750
Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at
education@cap.org or fax at 847-832-8006.
Technical Requirements
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Availability
This activity and evaluation are available October 25, 2021, and expire October 24, 2024, at 11:59 PM (CT). Upon completion of the activity your credit will be awarded. Your certificate may be downloaded from your Transcript.
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