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The American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) is a global scientific and medical professional organization dedicated to clinical laboratory science and its application to healthcare. Current President is Steven H. Wong, PhD, and the association headquarters are located in Washington, D.C. (USA)

AACC Local Sections

AACC is subdivided geographically into 20 local sections. Members can also choose to join any of the 17 divisions segmented according to areas of interest. The association is governed by a Board of Directors that is elected by the membership.

Annual Conference

AACC sponsors dozens of scientific conferences each year, the largest and most prestigious of which is the Annual Meeting and Clinical Lab Expo. First held in 1949, this educational meeting and technology exposition is a leading event in the clinical laboratory profession, attracting nearly 20,000 participants.

Lab Tests Online

Lab Tests Online is a peer-reviewed, patient-centered web resource focused on clinical laboratory testing. It is a resource to help patients and their caregivers better understand the many clinical lab tests that are part of routine medical care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of conditions and diseases.

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References

  1. "American Association for Clinical Chemistry". aacc.org. Retrieved 21 March 2014.
  2. "American Association for Clinical Chemistry". glassdoor.com. Retrieved 21 March 2014.
  3. "AACC Annual Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo Named the Fastest Growing Trade Show by Trade Show News Network". prnewswire.com. Retrieved 21 March 2014.
  4. Linzer, George (July 5, 2011). "Lab Tests Online at 10 Years: 100 Million Served". Clinical Lab Products. Clinical Lab Products. Clinical Lab Products. Retrieved 8 February 2015.
  5. Kulkarni, Shweta (13 July 2012). "LAB TESTS ONLINE HONOURED WITH 2012 COMMUNICATOR AWARD". MEDTECH EUROPE. MEDTECH EUROPE. MEDTECH EUROPE. Retrieved 8 February 2015.

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