Wednesday, September 23, 2026. 12 PM-1 PM ET
Roundtable presenters Dr. David Sacks MB, ChB, FRCPath, Chairman, Steering Committee National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP), and Priya Sivaraman, PhD, Senior Technical Product Manager, Tosoh Bioscience
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Thursday, September 24, 2026 11 AM-12 PM CT
This session explores the evolving role of RAS in precision oncology, from the biology of RAS mutations to the expanding landscape of targeted therapies. Through expert presentations, real-world case discussions, and interactive audience polling, participants will examine best practices for RAS biomarker testing across solid tumors, including lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers. The session will highlight practical considerations for tissue and liquid biopsy, strategies to address testing gaps, and the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure timely identification of patients who may benefit from RAS-targeted therapies.
Webinar presenters David Braxton, MD, Chief of Molecular Pathology Services, Hoag Family Cancer Institute & Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, and Carlos Becerra, MD, Research Director for Medical Oncology, Margaret Given Larkin Endowed Chair for Developmental Cancer Therapeutics, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 1 PM-1:30 PM ET
Roundtable presenters John Longshore, PhD, Head of Scientific Affairs, Global Oncology Diagnostics, AstraZeneca, and Flora Berisha, MS, Executive Director, Global Head of Diagnostic Partnering and Development, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, and Mark D. Ewalt, MD, Associate Medical Director for Laboratory Operations, Diagnostic Molecular Pathology, Molecular Diagnostics Service, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Isabel Preeshagul, DO, MBS, Thoracic Medical Oncologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Thursday, October 1, 2026 1 PM-2 PM ET
This presentation will explore the value of in-house CGP, offer insights into the benefits and drawbacks of incorporation, and provide information about important practical factors when considering in-house implementation of CGP.
Webinar presenter Allison M. Cushman-Vokoun, MD, PhD, FCAP, Medical Director, Molecular Diagnostics and Personalized Medicine Laboratory, Director, Division of Diagnostic Molecular Pathology and Human Genetics, Henry F. Krous Professor of Pathology, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 11 AM-12 PM ET
Hear experts review the biological and clinical significance of the HER2 expression continuum in breast tissue, providing a clearer understanding of how these variations might impact diagnosis, and discuss the emerging importance of documenting HER2-low and HER2-ultralow categories using a validated IHC assay.
Webinar presenters Keith Wharton, MD, PhD, Global Medical Affairs Leader–Pathology, Roche Diagnostics Solutions, and Hannah Y. Wen, MD, PhD, Director, Breast Pathology Fellowship, Associate Team Leader, Breast Pathology Team, Attending Pathologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
May 2017—Becton Dickinson announced that its BD Veritor System Flu A+B, a digital immunoassay for the rapid detection of influenza, meets the new FDA performance requirements in which antigen-based rapid influenza virus antigen detection systems (RIDTs) intended to detect influenza virus directly from clinical specimens have been reclassified from class I devices to class II devices subject to special controls.
May 2017—Biodesix announced that its GeneStrat test, a liquid biopsy for patients with cancer, now includes ROS1 and RET. GeneStrat is a noninvasive blood test analyzing circulating tumor DNA and RNA. The test provides highly sensitive results in 72 hours for non-small cell lung cancer patients.
May 2017—Meridian has developed anti-müllerian hormone antibodies produced in chickens using a synthetic peptide representing a linear epitope on the human AMH protein. Initial purification of total IgY from eggs was followed by affinity purification against the peptide as an immunogen to yield a monospecific antibody. All antibodies can be used in ELISA.
May 2017—Sarstedt expanded its line of Multiply-µStrip PCR tubes to include a white option for qPCR. The reflective white wells maximize fluorescent signal intensity, minimize cross-talk, and enable volume reduction of expensive reagents without compromising sensitivity or stability.
May 2017—Streck and GenomePrecision Technology, an integrated molecular diagnostics distributor in China, have signed a distribution agreement for Streck’s cell stabilization, molecular, urinalysis, and flow cytometry products.
May 2017—Accelerate Diagnostics announced that the FDA has granted the de novo request to market the Accelerate Pheno system and Accelerate PhenoTest BC kit for identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing of pathogens directly from positive blood culture samples.
May 2017—Inova Diagnostics announced that the FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for its Nova Lite DAPI ANCA (ethanol) and Nova Lite DAPI ANCA (formalin) kits for use with Nova View, a digital IFA microscope. Nova Lite DAPI ANCA kits detect anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies on an automated digital IFA microscope.
May 2017—Randox has launched Acusera 24.7 Live Online 2.0, which is faster than the previous version, has a simplified user interface, and an enhanced user experience. The biggest update to version 2, according to a company statement, is the ability to review peer data in real time, which enhances troubleshooting capabilities and allows labs to identify trends.
May 2017—Veracyte will extend access to its Afirma Gene Expression Classifier through an agreement with Quest Diagnostics. The agreement is intended to meet growing physician demand for innovative genomic testing services to improve thyroid cancer diagnosis.
May 2017—EntroGen has launched two sample quality assessment products to determine the quantity and quality of DNA samples prior to running downstream qPCR and NGS experiments. The DNA Fragmentation Quantification Assay and Library Quantification Kit for Illumina save samples, time, and reagents by implementing quality control steps before preparing libraries, loading a flow cell for sequencing, and setting up a qPCR or NGS assay. Both assays rely on real-time PCR technology and require a real-time PCR instrument capable of detecting FAM and VIC.
