CLSI 2015 Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Update

CLSI 2015
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing
Update
An APHL - CLSI Training Webinar
February 4, 2015
1:00 - 2:30 PM ET
or
February 5 1015
3:00 - 4:30 PM ET
Registration Deadline: February 2, 2015
Early Bird Pricing Available!
Register online by 1/7/15
to qualify.
DESCRIPTION
Each January, CLSI updates standards for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST). It is important
for clinical laboratories to incorporate the new recommendations into routine practice to optimize
detection and reporting of antimicrobial resistance. In January 2015, the annual update of the M100
tables (CLSI document M100-S25) will publish. In addition, there will be updates to the standards
that describe performance of disk diffusion and MIC tests in versions M02-A12 and M07-A10,
respectively. Some highlights for 2015 include introduction of the carbaNP test for carbapenemases
and expanded recommendations for quality control testing. These changes and several other new
recommendations found in M100-S25, M02-A12 and M07-A10 will be discussed. In addition to the
webinar, an optional postprogram self-assessment will be provided that will allow individuals to
assess their knowledge regarding the most important AST and reporting issues for 2015. Laboratories
can use this feature to augment competency assessment requirements for their staff.
OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of the program, the participant will be able to:
 Identify the major changes found in the new CLSI M100-S25.
 Design a strategy for implementing the new practice guidelines into their laboratory practices.
 Develop a communication strategy for informing clinical staff of significant AST and reporting
changes.
FACULTY
Janet A. Hindler, MCLS MT(ASCP), Sr. Specialist, Clinical Microbiology, UCLA Health System, Los
Angeles, CA
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