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AGT Webinar: Inside CAP Inspections in Cytogenetics and How to Navigate the Checklist
5/21/2026 - 5/21/2026

Webinar: Inside CAP Inspections and How to Navigate the Checklist

Presented by:
Yang Cao, PhD, FACMG
Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Immunology
Program Director, Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship
Medical Director of Cytogenetics, Clinical Genomics Laboratory
Washington University in St. Louis, School of Medicine

Description:
Join us for a 1-hour virtual webinar designed for cytogenetics laboratory professionals seeking practical guidance on CAP inspections. This session will focus on commonly misunderstood checklist requirements, frequent pitfalls observed during inspections, and actionable strategies to ensure compliance. Participants will gain insights to confidently prepare for inspections, maintain laboratory standards, and improve overall quality management.

Objectives:
  • Identify commonly misunderstood CAP checklist requirements in cytogenetics laboratories to reduce deficiencies during inspections.
  • Analyze frequent pitfalls observed during cytogenetics CAP inspections and develop strategies to prevent them.
  • Apply best practices for preparing and maintaining cytogenetics lab compliance using the CAP checklist as a practical guide.
  • Interpret CAP inspection feedback effectively to improve laboratory processes and ensure ongoing compliance.

Virtual webinar provides 1.0 CE credits. Complementary registration available to AGT members. Non-members can receive CE credits for $20.
Events will be recorded and converted to self-study for self-paced format, available at a later date . Fees may be modified based on format.

Location: Virtual Event







AGT Webinar: Artificial Intelligence Integration in the Genomics Lab: The Future is Now
6/4/2026 - 6/4/2026

Webinar: Artificial Intelligence Integration in the Genomics Lab: The Future is Now

Presented by:
Rachel Burnside, PhD, MBA, FACMG
Clinical Professor and Section Director, Cytogenetics
Department of Pathology, Immunology, and Laboratory Medicine
University of Florida Health

Description:
This webinar will explore the ways that artificial intelligence is being integrated into the day-to-day workflows of cytogenomics and molecular genomics laboratories to support the expertise of scientific staff, discuss the responsible use of AI in the clinical lab, and provide thoughts on future applications.

Objectives:
  • Understand the difference between automation and artificial intelligence
  • Describe the role of AI in support of the clinical scientist
  • Recognize limitations of AI and the responsibility of the user

Virtual webinar provides 1.0 CE credits. Complementary registration available to AGT members. Non-members can receive CE credits for $20.
Events will be recorded and converted to self-study for self-paced format, available at a later date . Fees may be modified based on format.

Location: Virtual Event