The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), as the preeminent organization for clinical laboratory science practitioners, provides dynamic leadership and vigorously promotes all aspects of clinical laboratory science practice, education and management to ensure excellent, accessible cost-effective laboratory services for the consumers of health care.
The mission of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is to promote the profession of clinical laboratory science and provide beneficial services to those who practice it. To enable its members to provide quality services for all consumers, the society is committed to the continuous quest for excellence in all its activities, and:
Promotes high standards of practice in the workplace
Advocates professional autonomy
Ensures professional competence
Supports worthy educational efforts at all levels
Encourages laboratories in their pursuit of expanded roles and responsibilities
Enhances the public's understanding and respect for the profession and its practitioners
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