The science and practice of clinical microbiology is crucial for the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases. Clinical microbiologists identify viral pathogens, help ensure close surveillance of the spread of diseases, and research drug resistance. If you're interested in exploring current and emerging developments in the field of microbiology and its growing impact on patient care and public health initiatives, we've curated highlights of ADLM's resources here.



Guidance from the Academy for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine
Learn about experts' best practices for navigating respiratory virus diagnosis with several tests available.
Explore potential uses of procalcitonin, a protein for which utility in clinical settings and patient populations remains undefined.

Attend engaging and informative sessions on microbiology and infectious disease at ADLM 2025, the premier global laboratory medicine conference.


Featured articles
The human microbiome is a multi-dimensional and dynamic part of our physiology that plays a key role in managing health.
As summer turns to fall, respiratory viruses are about to be in the spotlight.
On-demand webinars
Presented by top experts and industry leaders, ADLM's webinars help laboratorians stay up to date on the latest in clinical laboratory medicine and management.
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Community-acquired pneumonia diagnosis and the impact on patient outcomes
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Watch this webinar for best practices for evaluating patients with pneumonia, practical value of urinary antigen testing, and more.
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Lessons from three decades of procalcitonin testing: Procalcitonin dos and don'ts
Discover the foundations of procalcitonin testing, its successful implementation in antibiotic stewardship programs, and its applications in management of sepsis and lower respiratory tract infections.