Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine

What Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine does

ADLM (Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine) is a U.S.-based nonprofit professional membership association founded in 1948 as the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) and rebranded to its current name in July 2023 to reflect a broadened mission across diagnostics and laboratory medicine. The organization serves clinical laboratorians, pathologists, clinical chemists, medical laboratory scientists, and researchers worldwide, delivering value through a portfolio of peer-reviewed publications (Clinical Chemistry, Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Laboratory News), the annual ADLM meeting and Clinical Lab Expo, specialty symposia, continuing education, certificate programs, and 14+ scientific divisions supported by 22+ local sections.

The association operates a community-led go-to-market model, acquiring and retaining members through professional development, certification, advocacy, and content rather than selling a proprietary technology product. Core "products" are member-access journals distributed via Oxford University Press, in-person and virtual events (ADLM 2026 in Anaheim, July 26–30, plus the International CPOCT Symposium, Data Science Symposium, Preanalytical Phase Conference, and POCT Conference), educational certificates (including the January 2026 Data Science in Laboratory Medicine Certificate Program), ACCENT-accredited continuing education, and authoritative position statements and practice guidelines used by policymakers and clinical laboratories.

Revenue mechanics span five streams: recurring membership dues from individuals and institutions, conference and expo registration/exhibitor/sponsorship fees, journal and publication subscriptions, education/certificate/ACCENT accreditation fees, and corporate partnerships. ADLM supplements member economics with regulatory advocacy, leading a 54-organization coalition that secured a $5 million FY2027 House Committee appropriation for CDC pediatric reference intervals and maintaining formal relationships with the CDC, CMS, FDA, NIH, IFCC, ASCLS, the College of American Pathologists, the American Board of Clinical Chemistry, and the Joint Commission. The organization is independently governed, headquartered at 900 Seventh Street NW, Washington, DC, with 51–100 employees and a new CEO, Melanie J. Wells, taking office January 30, 2026.

Name

Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine

Legal name

Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine

Website

https://myadlm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ADLM (formerly AACC) is a U.S.-based nonprofit professional membership association serving clinical laboratorians, pathologists, and researchers worldwide through peer-reviewed journals, an annual meeting, certificate programs, scientific divisions, and federal advocacy on laboratory medicine policy.

Ownership category

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Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories (62151), Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services (5418), Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (541910)

SIC

Services-Medical Laboratories (8071)

akta.pro primary industry

Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Platforms (HLACAOAA)

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Lab Data Exchange & Interoperability (HL7/FHIR/LDT Results Delivery) (HLACAMAL)

Keywords

• Clinical chemistry
• Laboratory medicine
• Professional certification
• Continuing education
• Scientific publishing

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: ADLM generates revenue through annual membership fees from clinical laboratorians, pathologists, and laboratory professionals worldwide. Members receive access to publications, educational resources, conferences, and member-only benefits.
2. Conference and Events: ADLM 2026 annual meeting and related events (International CPOCT Symposium, Data Science Symposium, Preanalytical Phase Conference, Point-of-Care Testing Conference) generate revenue through registration fees, exhibitor fees, and sponsorships.
3. Publications and Subscriptions: Revenue from journal subscriptions (Clinical Chemistry, Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine), publication advertising, and related educational content sales.
4. Education and Certification Programs: Revenue from certificate programs (Data Science in Laboratory Medicine Certificate Program), continuing education courses, online programs, certification fees, and ACCENT accreditation program fees.
5. Corporate Partnerships: Corporate sponsorships and partnership opportunities for companies seeking visibility among laboratory medicine professionals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ADLM is a nonprofit professional membership association that delivers peer-reviewed scientific journals (Clinical Chemistry, Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine), the annual ADLM scientific meeting and Clinical Lab Expo, continuing education and certificate programs (including the Data Science in Laboratory Medicine Certificate Program), practice guidelines and position statements, and advocacy for clinical laboratory professionals worldwide. Members also gain access to 14 scientific divisions, 22+ local sections, and the Academy of Diagnostics and Laboratory Medicine.

Product overview

ADLM is a professional association (formerly AACC) offering a unified portfolio of educational, publishing, and advocacy services for laboratory medicine professionals. The core offerings include two peer-reviewed journals (Clinical Chemistry Journal and Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine), the annual ADLM meeting and expo, the Data Science in Laboratory Medicine Certificate Program for professional education, Clinical Laboratory News for industry updates, and position statements/practice guidelines for regulatory guidance. Scientific divisions provide specialized community engagement across areas like cancer diagnostics, cardiovascular health, and pediatrics. The association also administers the UNIVANTS of Healthcare Excellence Award and operates a Clinical Laboratory Marketplace resource.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clinical Chemistry Journal Peer-reviewed academic journal publishing research on clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine, including sequencing, DPYD detection, and molecular diagnostics. Distributed globally via Oxford University Press subscriptions to institutions and individuals.
• Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine Peer-reviewed academic journal focused on applied laboratory medicine research and practice, paired with the JALM Talk podcast.
• ADLM Annual Meeting Premier annual scientific conference featuring plenaries, scientific sessions, and the Clinical Lab Expo, held in various U.S. cities (next: Anaheim, July 26-30, 2026). Generates revenue through registration, exhibitor, and sponsorship fees.
• Data Science in Laboratory Medicine Certificate Program Online certificate program offering ACCENT-accredited data science education tailored to laboratory professionals and pathologists, covering practical tools and real-world clinical applications.
• Clinical Laboratory News News publication covering laboratory medicine topics, including the CLN Daily early-edition newsletter, industry insights, advocacy coverage, and policy reports.
• ADLM Position Statements Authoritative policy and advocacy guidance documents covering newborn screening, pediatric reference intervals, laboratory developed tests, direct-to-consumer testing, and precision medicine.
• Practice Guidelines Professional practice guidelines covering testing methodologies and clinical applications for laboratory medicine professionals.
• UNIVANTS of Healthcare Excellence Award Annual healthcare excellence award program recognizing achievement in laboratory medicine and diagnostic quality improvement across care teams.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 12,500 babies receive life-saving treatments annually through newborn screening programs supported by ADLM advocacy
• +3 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2026ADLM collaborates with CDC on pediatric laboratory testing initiatives including newborn screening and pediatric reference intervals. CDC speakers participate in ADLM congressional briefings on children's health.
• Commission on Accreditation in Clinical ChemistrycoreOthersADLM maintains a close relationship with Commission on Accreditation in Clinical Chemistry (ComAcc) for accreditation of clinical chemistry training programs, representing a core partnership in professional standards.
• American Board of Clinical ChemistrycoreOthersPartnership with American Board of Clinical Chemistry for board certification of clinical laboratory professionals, supporting professional credentialing standards in the field.
• Harmonization.netcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADLM partners with Harmonization.net to promote harmonization of clinical laboratory test results, a key initiative to ensure patients receive consistent diagnoses regardless of testing location.
• Clinical Laboratory MarketplaceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorADLM operates the Clinical Laboratory Marketplace as a resource connecting laboratory professionals with products, services, and solutions from industry vendors.
• International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (IFCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADLM participates in IFCC committees and nominations process, connecting the U.S. laboratory medicine community with international standards and professional development opportunities.
• Coalition of 54 Healthcare GroupscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADLM led a coalition of 54 healthcare groups advocating for $5 million in FY2027 funding for CDC to improve pediatric reference intervals, demonstrating strong coalition-building capability for healthcare advocacy.
• American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADLM partners with ASCLS as a service provider for the 'Ask a Laboratory Scientist' service, providing consumer access to laboratory expertise.
• College of American PathologistscoreOthersADLM works with College of American Pathologists on laboratory accreditation and standards, as both organizations are key stakeholders in clinical laboratory oversight under CLIA regulations.
• The Joint CommissionminorOthersADLM collaborates with The Joint Commission on laboratory quality standards and accreditation requirements for healthcare facilities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Medical Association (AMA): Largest U.S. physician association, providing a benchmark for membership, advocacy, publishing (JAMA), and continuing-education models that ADLM operates at a smaller, specialty-focused scale.
• American Chemical Society (ACS): Large scientific society with a broader chemistry focus that nonetheless publishes high-impact journals, runs major conferences, and offers certifications in adjacent technical areas, mirroring ADLM's publishing/events/certification model at much greater scale.
• International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (IFCC): Global umbrella organization for clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine societies. ADLM is an active IFCC committee participant, and IFCC plays a parallel international role to ADLM's national scope.

Others

• Oxford University Press - Journals: Academic publishing partner that distributes ADLM's Clinical Chemistry and JALM journals to global institutional subscribers; an infrastructure and channel peer whose publishing platform enables ADLM's journal revenue stream.

Direct peers

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP): Major U.S. professional society for pathologists and laboratory professionals, offering certifications, continuing education, and advocacy that directly overlap with ADLM's laboratory medicine membership and credentialing programs.
• American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG): Medical specialty society for clinical geneticists whose previous CEO (Melanie Wells) is now ADLM's CEO; both organizations compete for diagnostic-medicine professionals and partner with IFCC-aligned bodies on laboratory standards and policy.
• Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL): Membership association representing governmental public health laboratories, overlapping with ADLM's laboratory-segment advocacy and federal policy engagement, especially on newborn screening and reference intervals.
• American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB): U.S. professional association for clinical laboratory directors and bioanalysts, offering board certification and continuing education that compete with ADLM's credentialing and certificate programs.
• American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS): Professional association serving medical laboratory scientists and clinical laboratorians, overlapping directly with ADLM's primary member base and offering competing education, certification, and advocacy programs. ADLM already partners with ASCLS on the 'Ask a Laboratory Scientist' service, indicating direct competition and collaboration.
• College of American Pathologists (CAP): Leading pathology and laboratory accreditation organization that, like ADLM, engages on CLIA, laboratory standards, and federal advocacy. Already identified as a core laboratory standards partner of ADLM, with overlapping stakeholder communities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/myadlm
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@myadlm
• Facebookfacebook.com/myADLM
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/myadlm
• Instagraminstagram.com/myadlm

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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