This three-module course provides the learner with applicable information to negotiate the demand for expertise in the preparation, screening, and diagnosis of cytologic material, which has increased owing to the growing use of minimally invasive techniques to obtain tissue. The course covers developments in informatics tools that have enhanced the practice of cytopathology and provides an overview of the current state of digital cytology. Topics include digital imaging and automation, using cases involving proficiency testing, remote adequacy assessment by telecytology and whole slide imaging, automated image analysis, and trends around automation of molecular testing of cytologic material.
Faculty/Authors
UPI Committee
CME/CMLE Credit: 1.5
Estimated Completion Time: 1.5 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam
Physician Competencies: Medical knowledge
Eligibility for CME/CMLE Credit: Max three attempts. You will have a maximum of three attempts to meet the following criteria:
- Module ≥80% = CME/CMLE credit
- Module <80% = No CME/CMLE credit, after a maximum of three attempts
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:
- 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 the Educational Activity.
- Complete and submit the Post Exam. You will have a maximum of three attempts to obtain the required score. You will be notified if you have met the credit requirements after each attempt.
- Submit the course Evaluation.
- Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.
Faculty Disclosure
Technical Considerations
Release Date: 12/1/2015
Review Date:
Expiration Date: 8/26/2025