Children are not small adults. Their unique biology changes with every stage of development. Although pediatric reference intervals define what’s normal in lab test results, many are based on adult values. Access our one-pager here: https://ow.ly/HuYH50ZVY5k #ChildrensHealthMonth

How can you know if an assay will perform reliably when used to measure body fluids that fall outside of Food and Drug Administration-approved specimen types? This Scientific Short sheds light on a potential solution: https://ow.ly/Q44450ZVvY0

The 2026 iteration of the European Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine Biological Variation Database features an improved user interface and enhanced functionality. https://ow.ly/H70w50ZU4kf

Delve into the lessons learned during a 5-year transition to a new laboratory information system for a centralized solution across Alberta, Canada. https://ow.ly/pXFT50ZU1sf

Join us to celebrate the contributions of laboratory medicine to improving children’s health this October! We invite you to explore our curated resources on newborn screening, pediatric reference intervals, and more. #ChildrensHealthMonth https://ow.ly/C0CI50ZTvL8 

Research shows that underutilization of necessary tests approaches 45%. Sanjai Nagendra, medical director at Labcorp Center for Esoteric Testing and Atlantic Regional Laboratories, presents cases that show the value of the Goldilocks approach for testing. https://ow.ly/Ytf150ZT7ZG

Don’t forget to claim ACCENT and CME credits if you attended educational sessions at ADLM 2026! Visit the evaluation site by November 2 for credit claim and a certificate of attendance. https://ow.ly/HMGy50ZRxYc

Kompass Diagnostics won the 2026 ADLM Disruptive Technology Award for a palm-sized multimodal electrical sensing platform that enables chemistry, immunoassay, and molecular testing at the point of care. https://ow.ly/7jmh50ZQOcg

Dr. Octavia Peck Palmer, this year’s recipient of the Humans of ADLM – DEI Leadership Award, is redefining how laboratorians connect with and serve their communities. Read her latest Q&A on bridging the gaps in Clinical Laboratory News: https://ow.ly/gE5B50ZQCVf

We’re excited to announce that the call for proposals for #ADLM2027 is open from now until November 3! Submit your proposal for the opportunity to shape the science and research featured in Chicago next year. https://ow.ly/xaYX50ZOuJt

As artificial intelligence tools become more prevalent in laboratory medicine, we recommend making targeted updates to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments which were first implemented in 1992. https://ow.ly/SaG350ZOmMt

In between the advocacy wins, stay informed about the latest in laboratory medicine advocacy with our curated resources, including policy news and opportunities to get involved. https://ow.ly/Wc4c50ZO3cs

Reports from the United Kingdom show that young people are frequently exposed to “spice vapes” disguised as cannabis. https://ow.ly/Jbjw50ZMFjc

Are you still thinking about joining us for the 30th International Critical and Point-of-Care Testing Symposium? Don’t just take our word for it — see what your colleague says about the symposium. Register by Monday to save with early access rates. https://ow.ly/k6H450ZMzUR

Are you exploring data analytics for the first time? Or perhaps you’re more experienced? Either way, we want to see your submissions for our first ever Data Storytelling Challenge! Learn more: https://ow.ly/9saP50ZLuQ4

As a record-breaking number of cyclospora cases overwhelmed testing capacity, laboratorians responded with artificial intelligence, cross-department collaboration, clinician education, and sheer ingenuity.  https://ow.ly/Kzb250ZJs3W 

Check out our curated resources on the science and practice of clinical microbiology, including the latest research and news, guidance, conferences, and on-demand webinars. https://ow.ly/cf8x50ZIsNE

ADLM’s Career Center offers job postings, early career resources, free resume reviews, and more. Explore a career in laboratory medicine: https://ow.ly/34cz50ZGBb4

Recent research shows how a blood test could go beyond the CT scan for head trauma, achieving 100% sensitivity for intracranial injury in patients with suspected mild traumatic brain injury. https://ow.ly/noR050ZG6ZJ

Incoming ADLM President Dr. Stanley F. Lo reflects on the association's progress in advancing its strategic plan and his goals for the year ahead in the latest Laborastories episode. https://ow.ly/l7Q650ZFRrK

Learn about the latest innovations, best practices, and strategies to improve patient care at the International Critical Point-of-Care Testing Symposium from October 14–16. Register by September 14 for early access pricing: https://ow.ly/TPVi50ZBVr1

Our on demand webinars allow you to learn and earn ACCENT credits at any time. Search for topics of interest here: https://ow.ly/gT9C50ZBAE0

We want to hear the story behind your data! Submit a 5-minute video for the new Data Science Storytelling challenge to share how a data science project in your laboratory delivered measurable value: https://ow.ly/6B4650ZBtk3

Living kidney donation is a rare paradox in medicine because it involves operating on a healthy person to benefit someone else. A recent Scientific Short explores the limits of estimated glomerular filtration rate in renal donor selection. https://ow.ly/u6Zv50ZyH1Z

Don’t forget to claim ACCENT and CME credit for your participation at #ADLM2026! Access the evaluation site to get credit and print a certificate of attendance. https://ow.ly/Incp50ZzxpQ

In the clinical laboratory, where errors may directly affect patient care, the gap between a useful and a misleading response from artificial intelligence often lies in how rigorously the prompt was constructed. https://ow.ly/7fIg50ZyG8Z

Fatty liver disease affects approximately 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. In the latest episode of Laborastories, Drs. Melanie Pollan and Aya Haghamad explore the use of noninvasive tests such as the FIB-4 index in MASLD/MASH management. https://ow.ly/kQfi50Zz3eT

We’re excited to attend the Laboratory Medicine Congress & Exhibition in Seoul, Korea, from October 21–23! View the full program: https://ow.ly/973X50ZyFnI

The path to reimbursement for genetic and molecular testing isn't always straightforward. Learn practical strategies for coding, documentation, and appeals from experts at Seattle Children’s Hospital: https://ow.ly/9bMN50ZyF0i

If you missed a session at ADLM 2026, check for the session recording through the available list on our website. Member all access registrants get complimentary access! https://ow.ly/Et3350ZwbYW