Point of care testing (POCT) enables rapid diagnostic tests to be performed while the patient is at the point of care facility, allowing results can be obtained immediately rather than hours or even days later. TriMark Publications is now offering a recorded instructional online video presentation that provides an introduction to this exciting space and information on resources that are available.

Note: This webinar qualifies for one hour of ACCENT credits through the AACC ACCENT continuing education program. It is an efficient, convenient and effective way for busy professionals to fulfill their ACCENT credit requirements. The continuing education unit (CEU) application is provided upon purchase.

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Overview:

This TriMark webinar covers an introduction to point of care testing, a continually expanding sector of the in vitro diagnostics (IVD) market. It enumerates many of the resources available to assist in POCT implementation and performance, helping POCT professionals to initiate a new POCT assay or program in a manner that ensures appropriate testing quality and compliance with local and national regulations. After viewing this online video presentation, participants will be able to:

- Identify key contacts on the State and National level in the US for CLIA compliance questions.
- Learn about tools available from government and accreditation agencies to simplify POCT oversight.
- Find international guidance documents that assist in selection and implementation of POCT systems.

Who Will Benefit:

POCT policy makers, including: point of care supervisors; senior technologists; quality control managers, supervisors, and analysts; laboratory directors; pathologists; industry leaders; consultants; and POCT sales and support personnel.

The Instructor: Marcia Zucker, Ph.D.:

Dr. Zucker is an internationally-recognized consultant specializing in all aspects of point of care diagnostics. Her experience in POCT spans across numerous companies, including:

- Response Biomedical Corporation
- ITC Medical
- Mount Sinai School of Medicine