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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

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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

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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

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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

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SpotFire R/ST panel gets 510(k) clearance, CLIA waiver

April 2024—BioMérieux has received FDA 510(k) clearance and CLIA waiver approval for the BioFire SpotFire Respiratory/Sore Throat (R/ST) panel. The multiplex PCR test is for the detection and identification of nucleic acids from up to 15 of the most common bacteria, viruses, and viral subtypes responsible for respiratory or sore throat infections. Samples can be taken from a nasopharyngeal swab when a respiratory tract infection is suspected or from a throat swab in case of a pharyngitis syndrome. Results are available in about 15 minutes on the BioFire SpotFire system.

Verichem releases microprotein reference materials

April 2024—Verichem Laboratories offers a multilevel set of clinical reference materials intended for the calibration verification of clinical systems testing for total protein and albumin in urine and cerebrospinal fluid samples. The liquid-stable and ready-to-use materials are suitable for use with turbidimetric and colorimetric test methods and incorporate human protein components.

Bayer, Thermo Fisher to develop NGS CDx assays

April 2024—Bayer and Thermo Fisher Scientific announced that they will develop next-generation sequencing–based companion diagnostic assays to help identify patients who may benefit from Bayer’s precision cancer therapies. The assays will be developed using Thermo Fisher’s Oncomine Dx Express test on the Ion Torrent Genexus Dx system. The Genexus Dx instrument and Oncomine Dx Express test are CE-IVD marked and only available in countries that accept the CE mark.

De novo classification granted for ADAMTS13 activity test

April 2024—Technoclone and its distributor in the United States, DiaPharma Group, announced that the FDA has granted de novo classification for the Technozym ADAMTS13 Activity ELISA. The assay is intended for the qualitative determination of ADAMTS13 activity in platelet poor human citrated plasma and indicated for use in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory findings as an aid in diagnosing thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura in adult and pediatric patients being evaluated for thrombotic microangiopathy.

Bio-Rad gets My Green Lab certification

April 2024—Bio-Rad Laboratories announced it received My Green Lab certification for its R&D facilities in Irvine, Calif. It has been certified at My Green Lab’s highest rating, green, which reflects the percentage of possible green lab best practices that have been adopted and the extent to which they have been adopted by the lab.

Recordati Rare Diseases introduces educational website

April 2024—Recordati Rare Diseases has introduced its new educational website, thinkimcd.us. The platform is tailored for pathologists, offering comprehensive support for the diagnostic process of idiopathic multicentric Castleman disease (iMCD). The site provides an overview of iMCD diagnostic criteria, practical steps for assessing lymph node biopsies, and links to additional resources for understanding CD/iMCD. Designed to enhance professional awareness and comprehension, thinkimcd.us aims to be a valuable tool for the medical community.

Siemens offers anti-müllerian hormone assay

April 2024—Siemens Healthineers now offers the Anti-Müllerian Hormone assay to evaluate ovarian reserve. The assay runs on the Atellica IM analyzer and Advia Centaur immunoassay systems from serum and plasma samples. Results are available in about 28 minutes.

Verichem reference materials for creatinine assays

March 2024—The Matrix Plus chemistry reference kit and standalone, ultra-high Matrix Plus level F for the calibration verification testing of creatinine assays by enzymatic and colorimetric methods are available from Verichem Laboratories. The ready-to-use reference materials offer constant protein content and pH across all concentration levels. The five-level Matrix Plus kit and level F feature a creatinine range from 0.2 mg/dL to 30.0 mg/dL and are intended to be treated as patient specimens. Shelf life and open-vial stability are 21 months from the manufacturing date.

Bio-Rad publishes third workbook in QC series

March 2024—Bio-Rad Laboratories has published the third workbook in a P.A.C.E.-approved series designed to provide lab professionals with the training and education needed to maintain reliable test results. “Quality Control Process Optimization with Cost of Quality Application” focuses on a practical approach of cost of quality to the laboratory workflow process of quality control. After using the workbook, laboratorians will be able to construct a basis worksheet to calculate the failure costs of a selected failed laboratory process.

Agilent, Incyte collaborate to develop CDx

March 2024—Agilent Technologies announced an agreement with Incyte to develop companion diagnostics in hematology and oncology. The agreement enables Agilent to continue to expand its companion diagnostics portfolio with novel biomarkers and Incyte to leverage Agilent’s expertise in IVD assay development, global regulatory approvals, and commercialization to support clinical trials as well as the potential registration and commercialization of companion diagnostics in the United States and Europe.

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