From the 2022 Joint Annual
Meeting (recorded 6/28/2022)
Presented by Carlos
A. Tirado, PhD, FACMGG
This presentation describes the
genes and chromosomal abnormalities seen in pediatric B-cell acute
lymphoblastic lymphoma (B-ALL). Case studies with different chromosomal
abnormalities, which are crucial in the diagnosis and prognosis of pediatric
B-ALL, will also be reviewed.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this presentation,
participants will be able to:
- Recognize the main chromosomal abnormalities seen in Pediatric B-ALL.
- Discuss the genes, gene fusions and rearrangements or amplifications of the genes involved in pediatric B-ALL.
- Describe the main mechanisms of genes, chromosomal abnormalities and mutations seen in pediatric B-ALL.
CE ACCREDITATION
ASCLS is approved as a provider of continuing
education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.®
Program. One (1) P.A.C.E. ® contact hour and one (1) Florida credit hour in the
area of Molecular (Cytogenetics) will be
awarded to participants. ASCLS P.A.C.E.® is accepted by the ASCP/ASCLS/AGT
Board of Certification and all states, including Florida and California, as an
approved provider of continuing education for recertification and licensure.
ASCLS is an approved provider with CE Broker for Florida licensees.
LEVEL
OF INSTRUCTION
This Advanced-level
program is appropriate for laboratory professionals working in clinical, public
health and academic settings