This module provides an overview of laboratory information systems (LISs), digital pathology systems, and telepathology systems. Then, the module explains how information systems are used throughout the preanalytic, analytic, and postanalytic phases of pathology, as well as in laboratory administration. Faculty/Authors UPI CommitteeCME/CMLE Credit: 1.5 Estimated Completion Time: 1.5 hourFormat: Online Educational Activity and Post ExamPhysician Competencies: Medical knowledge
Eligibility for CME/CMLE Credit: Max three attempts. You will have a maximum of three attempts to meet the following criteria:
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 American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) designates this journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Instructions
To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:
Technical Considerations
Release Date: 12/1/2015 Review Date:Expiration Date: 4/25/2025
Define the relevance of laboratory information systems (LISs) to pathology practice and laboratory operations
Define middleware and provide examples of its use in pathology
List differences between LISs and laboratory information management systems (LIMSs)
Describe the current functionality of clinical pathology and anatomic pathology OISs
Discuss the need for rapid integration of laboratory information