“LAB TESTS ONLINE” wins Award
Turn-Around-Times June 2003

Check out this web site:  http://www.labtestsonline.online.org

As some of you may know, ASCLS is a collaborating partner in an on-line web site entitled “Lab Tests Online“( http://www.labtestsonline.org/    You can access this site directly or by going to through an link on the ASCLS website.)  “Lab Tests Online” is the product of a unique collaboration among professional societies representing the clinical laboratory community. Organized by the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC), each member group has supported the development and content of the site with countless volunteer hours in writing, editing, and reviewing the material.  It is a searchable website designed for ease of use and understanding.  Here, patients can learn about their disease, the tests used for screening and the tests used for treatment follow-up.  It also contains information on the latest news releases, how a laboratory works and who works in the lab.  An e-mail function allows visitors to send comments and ask questions.  Volunteer members then research and respond to those e-mails. 

This spring, AACC received word that  the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) through its Associations Advance America (AAA) program, recognized “Lab Tests Online”  with one of its 2003 Awards of Excellence. 

These AAA Awards are presented year-round to recognize associations that propel America forward--with innovative projects in skills training and development; ethical, technical or professional standards; economic development; business and social innovation; information and knowledge creation; public education and information; civic and community volunteer activities; and citizenship and democracy enhancement.  It also honors outstanding associations and suppliers that take action to improve the quality of American society through their exemplary volunteer activities.   

Receiving this award makes us eligible and keeps us in the running for one of their eight Summit Awards.  This award recognizes the best of association leadership in confronting critical education, safety, human needs, and other challenges facing our country.   

In his e-mail to AACC, George D. Kirkland, CAE, Honorary AAA Awards Chair stated:  “In my view, the award is an acknowledgement of the collaboration among so many associations as well as your enthusiastic support and unflagging commitment to patient education and the laboratory profession. ………….congratulations on an honor well-deserved!”,