MREVLABM2606 – Laboratory Medicine Manuscript Review CME
Course Description

Laboratory Medicine Manuscript Review CME 

CME Credit:
3.0-15.00 (depending on number of manuscripts reviewed)
Estimated Completion Time: 3-15 hours (depending on number of manuscripts reviewed)
Format: Evaluation

Physician competencies:  Medical knowledge   

Accreditation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

Credit Designation Statement: The ASCP designates this manuscript review activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ per review. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity, a maximum of 15 credits per year for manuscript review.  ASCP will validate information provided by those claiming credit prior to credit being awarded. Continuing medical education (CME) activities offered by ASCP are acceptable for the American Board of Pathology's Continuing Certification Program.

To claim CME credit for the exercise, do the following:

  • Review the Technical Considerations.

  • Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.

  • Click Access to begin the course.

  • Review and complete the Manuscript ID Confirmation.

  • Submit your manuscript review. Please note: Only after your manuscript review has been approved will you be able to start the evaluation and claim CME credit.

  • Start and complete the course Evaluation.

  • Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.


Technical Considerations

Release Date: 1/1/2026  
Expiration Date: 12/31/2026  

Course Objectives

Following completion of this activity, you will be able to

  • Refine ability to critically appraise scientific manuscripts for methodological rigor and relevance.  

  • Develop effective, constructive peer review feedback to improve manuscript quality. 

  • Enhance skills in identifying ethical and integrity concerns in scholarly publishing.

Summary
Availability:
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Credit Offered:
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