Clinical laboratory news magazine

Clinical Laboratory News (CLN) is a monthly magazine that provides news, information, and insights to clinical laboratory professionals, including pathologists, laboratory managers, and medical technologists. The magazine is published by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and is considered a leading source of information for the clinical laboratory community.

CLN covers a wide range of topics related to clinical laboratory testing, including:

  1. Laboratory medicine: News and updates on the latest developments in laboratory medicine, including new tests, technologies, and techniques.
  2. Regulatory issues: Information on regulatory changes, guidelines, and standards affecting clinical laboratories, including CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA.
  3. Quality control: Articles on quality control and quality assurance in the clinical laboratory, including proficiency testing, quality metrics, and accreditation.
  4. Laboratory management: Tips and strategies for laboratory managers, including staff management, budgeting, and laboratory operations.
  5. Medical technology: News and updates on new medical technologies and instruments, including molecular diagnostics, genomics, and precision medicine.
  6. Patient safety: Articles on patient safety and risk management in the clinical laboratory, including error prevention and reporting.
  7. Education and training: Information on continuing education and training opportunities for laboratory professionals, including online courses, conferences, and workshops.
  8. Industry trends: Analysis of industry trends and market developments affecting clinical laboratories, including consolidation, outsourcing, and reimbursement.

CLN also features regular columns and departments, including:

  1. "The Editor's Page": A commentary on current issues and trends in clinical laboratory medicine.
  2. "The ASCP Insider": News and updates from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
  3. "The Regulatory Roundup": A summary of recent regulatory changes and updates.
  4. "The Quality Corner": Tips and strategies for improving quality control and quality assurance in the clinical laboratory.
  5. "The Medical Technology Update": News and updates on new medical technologies and instruments.
  6. "The Patient Safety Alert": Information on patient safety and risk management in the clinical laboratory.

CLN is available in print and digital formats, and is also accessible online through the ASCP website.