American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP) 33rdAnnual Meeting The American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) 49thAnnual MeetingSt. Louis, Missouri - November 15-20, 1998 Reprinted with permission fromVeterinary Pathology

1998 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 129-136
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
American Society

ESTABLISHING IN-HOUSE REFERENCE INTERVALS FOR DOGS IN VETERINARY CLINICS

2016 ◽  
Vol 42 (02) ◽  
pp. 53-67
Author(s):  
Shang-Hsiu Chung ◽  
Li-Wen Chang ◽  
Tsun-Li Cheng ◽  
Chen-Jou Lin ◽  
Wen-Ying Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Uric Acid ◽  
Bile Acid ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
Reference Interval ◽  
Reference Intervals ◽  
Gamma Glutamyl Transferase ◽  
Coagulation Parameters ◽  
American Society ◽  
Glutamyl Transferase

Reference interval (RIs) were critical to the identification of illness. However, RIs set in one laboratory may not be appropriate for another because of biological, geographical and instrumental factors. Interpretation of clinical data using inappropriate RIs may cause misclassification of results and misdiagnosis that lead to improper treatment. RIs in Taiwan have been mostly referencing from foreign resources, it is desirable to establish one that is closer to the overall conditions in Taiwan (such as breed, climate, diseases, etc.) and to investigate its differences to foreign RIs. The present study used the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP) guidelines to establish in-house RIs for hematological, biochemical and coagulation parameters using dogs in middle Taiwan. The results were also compared to two foreign and one local RIs. The results suggested that the hematological RIs are more comparable to foreign RIs than the biochemical and hemostatic parameters. Differences were found for biochemical parameters including gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), lipase, uric acid, bile acid, bilirubin and magnesium; and coagulation parameters including prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin. In all, 18% (7/40) of the all tested parameters were different from the local RI while 38% (18/48) and 41% (19/46) of the parameters were different from the two foreign RIs. The differences in more than 30% RIs and better similarities to local RIs underscore the importance of having own RIs if possible.

scholarly journals American Society for Clinical Pathology’s 2019 Wage Survey of Medical Laboratories in the United States

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edna Garcia ◽  
Iman Kundu ◽  
Karen Fong
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
The United States ◽  
Washington Dc ◽  
Laboratory Personnel ◽  
Education Marketing ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Board Of Certification ◽  
American Society ◽  
Laboratory Information Systems

Abstract Objectives To inform the pathology and laboratory field of the most recent national wage data. Historically, the results of this biennial survey have served as a basis for additional research on laboratory recruitment, retention, education, marketing, certification, and advocacy. Methods The 2019 Wage Survey was conducted through collaboration of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Institute of Science, Technology, and Policy in Washington, DC, and the ASCP Board of Certification in Chicago, Illinois. Results Compared with 2017, results show an overall increase in salaries for most laboratory occupations surveyed except cytogenetic technologists, laboratory information systems personnel, and performance improvement or quality assurance personnel. Geographically, laboratory professionals from urban areas earned more than their rural counterparts. Conclusions As retirement rates continue to increase, the field needs to intensify its efforts on recruiting the next generation of laboratory personnel. To do so, the report urged the field to highlight advocacy for better salaries for laboratory personnel at the local and national levels when developing recruitment and retention strategies.

scholarly journals Suggested guidelines for validation of real-time PCR assays in veterinary diagnostic laboratories

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 802-814
Author(s):  
Kathy Toohey-Kurth ◽  
Monica M. Reising ◽  
Rebecca L. Tallmadge ◽  
Laura B. Goodman ◽  
Jianfa Bai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Real Time Pcr ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
Nucleic Acid Detection ◽  
Diagnostic Laboratory ◽  
Consensus Document ◽  
American Society ◽  
Laboratory Technology ◽  
The U.S

This consensus document presents the suggested guidelines developed by the Laboratory Technology Committee (LTC) of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD) for development, validation, and modification (methods comparability) of real-time PCR (rtPCR) assays. These suggested guidelines are presented with reference to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) guidelines for validation of nucleic acid detection assays used in veterinary diagnostic laboratories. Additionally, our proposed practices are compared to the guidelines from the Foods Program Regulatory Subdivision of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and from the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP). The LTC suggestions are closely aligned with those from the OIE and comply with version 2021-01 of the AAVLD Requirements for an Accredited Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, although some LTC recommendations are more stringent and extend beyond the AAVLD requirements. LTC suggested guidelines are substantially different than the guidelines recently published by the U.S. FDA for validation and modification of regulated tests used for detection of pathogens in pet food and animal-derived products, such as dairy. Veterinary diagnostic laboratories that perform assays from the FDA Bacteriological Analytical Method (BAM) manual must be aware of the different standard.

scholarly journals Analytical validation of cardiac troponin I assays in horses

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 226-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanya M. Rossi ◽  
Peter A. Kavsak ◽  
M. Grant Maxie ◽  
David L. Pearl ◽  
W. Glen Pyle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cardiac Troponin ◽  
Troponin I ◽  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
Reference Intervals ◽  
Cardiac Troponin I ◽  
Analytical Validation ◽  
Limit Of Quantification ◽  
Equine Medicine ◽  
American Society ◽  
Diagnostic Decision Making

Human cardiac troponin I (cTnI) assays have been used in equine medicine, often without prior analytical validation for equine use. In the absence of appropriate validation, the clinical significance of assay results is uncertain and can lead to misdiagnosis. We followed the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology guidelines and investigated linearity, precision, limit of quantification (LoQ), and comparative recovery for 6 commercial cTnI assays developed for use in human medicine. Clinically acceptable linearity was observed in assays A–D, whereas assay E did not detect equine cTnI in any sample. Comparative recovery revealed 1–3-fold differences between assay results, and low analyte recoveries (2.2–3.4%) were observed in assay F. Precision was investigated in assays A and B, and found to be within acceptable limits. The LoQ was 1.53 ng/L for assay A, and 0.031 µg/L for assay B. Assays A and B performed within clinically acceptable limits and were deemed suitable for use in equine medicine. Assays C and D did not undergo full validation but had acceptable linearity, which demonstrates their potential for use in equine medicine. Assays E and F are unsuitable for use in horses given issues with detection of equine cTnI. The variability in results between assays indicates that reference intervals and cutoffs for diagnostic decision-making are assay specific and should be established prior to adoption by diagnostic laboratories.

Proceedings of the African Pathologists Summit; March 22–23, 2013; Dakar, Senegal: A Summary

2014 ◽  
Vol 139 (1) ◽  
pp. 126-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
African Pathologists' Summit Working Groups
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Pathology ◽  
West African ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
East African ◽  
Laboratory Service ◽  
Medical College ◽  
The Status ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
American Society ◽  
International Academy

Context This report presents the proceedings of the African Pathologists Summit, held under the auspices of the African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer. Objectives To deliberate on the challenges and constraints of the practice of pathology in Sub-Saharan Africa and the avenues for addressing them. Participants Collaborating organizations included the American Society for Clinical Pathology; Association of Pathologists of Nigeria; British Division of the International Academy of Pathology; College of Pathologists of East, Central and Southern Africa; East African Division of the International Academy of Pathology; Friends of Africa–United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology Initiative; International Academy of Pathology; International Network for Cancer Treatment and Research; National Cancer Institute; National Health and Laboratory Service of South Africa; Nigerian Postgraduate Medical College; Royal College of Pathologists; West African Division of the International Academy of Pathology; and Faculty of Laboratory Medicine of the West African College of Physicians. Evidence Information on the status of the practice of pathology was based on the experience of the participants, who are current or past practitioners of pathology or are involved in pathology education and research in Sub-Saharan Africa. Consensus Process The deliberations were carried out through presentations and working discussion groups. Conclusions The significant lack of professional and technical personnel, inadequate infrastructure, limited training opportunities, poor funding of pathology services in Sub-Saharan Africa, and their significant impact on patient care were noted. The urgency of addressing these issues was recognized, and the recommendations that were made are contained in this report.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document