This is an online educational commentary in Chemistry offering 1.0 continuing education (CME/CMLE) credit that can be used to fulfill CC Part II and CMP requirements. This educational commentary is provided through our affiliation with the American Proficiency Institute (API). Faculty/Authors Sergey V. Smirnov, MLS (ASCP)Clinical Laboratory ServicesAsante Three Rivers Medical Center Physician Competencies: Patient Care, Medical KnowledgeCME/CMLE Credit: 1.0 Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam
Default Credit Type: None (You must meet the eligibility requirements in order to obtain CME credit.)
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To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:
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Release Date: 1/1/2022 Review Date:Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
discuss the mononuclear phagocyte system from historical and phylogenetic perspectives;
discuss terminology, development, and morphology of cells from the mononuclear phagocyte system;
describe the functions of monocytes and macrophages;
discuss the role of monocytes and macrophages in the function of the adaptive immune system; and
discuss the impact of viral pathogens on the function of monocytes within the innate and adaptive immune systems.