Rapidly Ruling Out Bacterial Infection in the Emergency Departments of a Tertiary Cancer Center: The LIAISON® MeMed BV® Test
We are pleased to welcome Dr. David M. Engman, Chairman Emeritus of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, who will provide an overview of a novel diagnostic assay designed to distinguish bacterial from viral infections and identify co-infections. Also welcome Krupa Jani, an ASCP-certified Clinical Laboratory Technologist and current Research Technologist in Clinical Microbiology Services at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She will share insights on the performance of the LIAISON® MeMed BV® test in cancer patients. This session will offer valuable perspectives on the application of advanced diagnostics in high-acuity clinical environments. We look forward to seeing you there.
When: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time: 1:00–1:45 p.m.
Location: Room 404 A/B, Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
Speakers: David M. Engman, MD, PhD
Chairman Emeritus, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Krupa Jani, MS, ASCP (iMB)
Research Technologist, Clinical Microbiology Services at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
Blueprint for Customizable Syndromic Testing: The Clinical and Economic Benefit of Flex™ Testing on Diasorin’s LIAISON PLEX® System
Join Dr. Morgan for a practical workshop showcasing how Cedars Sinai is optimizing syndromic testing with LIAISON PLEX® and Flex™ Testing. This session will outline real-world implementation, clinical use cases, and operational drivers behind the shift toward customizable panels. Learn how tailored respiratory testing supports diagnostic stewardship, streamlines workflows, and aligns testing with patient-specific needs. The discussion will include data on assay performance, panel configuration strategies, and examples of customized panels in clinical use. Also, don't miss an introduction to Diasorin's new bloodstream infection portfolio.
When: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 12:00–12:45 p.m.
Location: South Hall Level 1, Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
Speaker: Margie Morgan, PhD
Director of Clinical Microbiology, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
