American Association for Clinical Chemistry Records

The American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) consists of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, and researchers focused on clinical chemistry and related fields. Originally named the American Association of Clinical Chemists, the AACC was founded in New York City, New York in 1948, when nine hospital laboratories met to raise standards in the clinical laboratory profession. Subsequent meetings led to the establishment of the journal Clinical Chemistry in 1955. By 1960 there were a dozen local AACC sections spread throughout the country, including the Ohio Valley Section, which gained its charter in 1961. The AACC was originally under the administration of the American Chemical Society. In 1974, it became a stand-alone organization with its own executive director and administration. The AACC offers conferences, certificate programs, and publications to its members.

Sources

“Our History.” American Association of Clinical Chemistry. Accessed February 15, 2022. https://www.aacc.org/about-aacc/who-we-are/our-history.

The American Association for Clinical Chemistry Collection, Science History Institute Archives, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.