Sample Collection and Anticipated Clinical Sample Flow Following a Chemical Exposure Incident

This course describes the flow of communication between the clinical laboratory, local and state public health laboratories, the CDC, and various other government agencies following a chemical emergency event. An overview of the collection and handling of clinical specimens is provided and the flow of specimens from clinical laboratories to CDC is explained. The CDC Rapid Toxic Screen (RTS) is described and the CDC process for reporting interpreted data from the RTS is reviewed.

Disclaimer: Although accurate at the time of publication, the information in this continuing education activity is not legally binding. Changes to regulations and additional regulatory measures may be imposed subsequent to this the publication of this course. The appearance of products or product names in this presentation does not constitute an endorsement by CDC, HHS, or any other entity of the federal government.

The goal of the cooperative agreement is to assess the baseline level of knowledge among clinical laboratory professionals related to this topic, identify gaps in the knowledge, provide education to fill in the gaps, and assess the effectiveness of the educational intervention. To support the goal of the cooperative agreement, participants will be expected to complete a pre-test, a post-test immediately following the course, and another post test at a later date to ascertain the change in knowledge resulting from participation in this educational experience. Information regarding the second post test will be sent via e-mail at a later date. All test results will remain strictly confidential. CME/CMLE credit will be issued to participants who complete the pre-test, a course evaluation, and the post test with the expectation that learners will complete the second post test to support the goal of the cooperative agreement.

This educational activity is supported by a cooperative agreement awarded to the American Society for Clinical Pathology by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation n the activities.

This activity meets MOC Part II Lifelong Learning requirements. This activity meets MOC Part II Self-Assessment Module requirements. For MOC brochure, click here.

ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1.5 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.

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