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Author(s):

Joely Straseski
Lori J. Sokoll, PhD
William Clarke, PhD

Description:

Intended Audience: Pathologist, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas), Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors and Educators

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• identify patient risk factors associated with contrast agent–associated nephrotoxicity.
• discuss situations in which point-of-care testing may be beneficial to patients.
• describe the available methods for testing creatinine level.
• explain the advantages, disadvantages, and potential interferences of various creatinine testing methods.
• discuss the usefulness of the estimated glomerular filtration rate and how to calculate it using the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease equation.

	The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activities.
	ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.

Expiration Date: 12/31/2012

Author(s):

Jacob H. Gildea, MD
Jerry B. Lefkowitz, MD

Description:

Intended Audience: Pathologist, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas), Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors and Educators

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• recognize common acquired platelet disorders and know their mechanism of action.
• identify some of the tests used to determine platelet function.
• develop a strategy for transfusing patients with acquired platelet disorders.

	The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activities.
	ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.

Expiration Date: 12/31/2010