There are currently about 55 definitions for the acronym ASCP. The American Society of Consultant Pharmacies, Accelerated Simulation and Computing Program, and Americas Society Corporate Program are some possible meanings.
There are 100 multiple-choice questions on the ASCP microbiology specialist exam.
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According to ASCP's statistics, the mean MT exam score was 475 for 2008.http://www.ascp.org/PDF/BOR-PDFs/Statistics/ExaminationStatistics2008.aspx
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Yes, you can order it directly from the ASCP website: www.ascp.org/ASCPStore/Store/Books/9990.aspx .For members its $95 and for non-members it is $125.
Some recommended study guides for the cytogenetics ASCP certification exam are "Molecular Biology of the Cell" by Alberts et al., "Human Genetics and Genomics" by Bruce Korf, and "Cytogenetics Laboratory Manual" by Rooney et al. Additionally, online resources like the ASCP website and practice exams can be helpful for exam preparation.
The exact pass rate may vary, but generally around 77-84% of people pass the HT ASCP exam on their first attempt. It's important to study well and prepare thoroughly to increase your chances of passing on the first try.
Usually about 4 or 5. Actually, a lab technician- MLT(ASCP)- is an associate degree requiring 2 to 3 years including college and a 6 month clinical internship in a hospital. A technologist- MLS(ASCP) is a bachelors degree (4 years of college) then usually a year of clinical time in a teaching hospital.
Depends on which shift our working, is it an office or hospital or lab, do you travel (nursing homes, etc...). Go to ASCP website for analysis.
The Board of Certification provides excellence in certification of laboratory and successful completion of the certification examination for Technicians, Congratulations on your decision to apply for certification by the ASCP Board.
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is a professional organization that also offers certification for laboratory professionals, such as medical laboratory scientists and technicians.