40-week neonate fails UNHS (right ear). Targeted CMV saliva swab 36 hours post-birth (15 min after breastfeeding) is CMV DNA Detected (Ct 34). Mother is CMV-seropositive. How do you interpret this? Diagnose it HERE! www.pascv.org/surveys/defa... #DiagnosticDilemma #Neonatology #InfectiousDisease

From managing diverse personality styles to overcoming imposter syndrome, discover actionable strategies to improve team communication and maintain authentic professional presence. Register for our upcoming webinar: 📅 Date/Time: 6/16/26 1PM ET 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/clS4MYy

#PASCV2026 Annual Meeting was a hit. We hit it so hard, we broke the dance floor! Join us next year 5/12-14/2-27!

The sun has set #PASCV2026 Day 2! Join us next year in Clearwater, Florida, May 12-14, 2027!

Day 2 of the 2026 PASCV Annual Meeting is here! Debates, Exhibits, Posters, Virology Jeopardy*, and a Beach Royale Party to cap it all off! *Jeopardy spelled as such to not invoke the ghost of Alex Trebek*

#PASCV2026 Day 1 is in the books!

We are thrilled to celebrate David R. Hillyard, MD, as the winner of the 2026 PASCV Ed Nowakowski Clinical Virology Award! 🎖️ Dr. Hillyard is being honored for his major impact on viral disease pathogenesis and treatment. Join us for the award presentation on April 29 in Clearwater, FL!

🚨🧪 Critical Update: The CDC has announced a temporary suspension of testing for over two dozen pathogens, including rabies and pox viruses, citing a "routine review" of laboratory quality. Visit the CDC site and see for yourself:

We are thrilled to celebrate Ryan Relich, PhD, as the winner of the 2026 PASCV Diagnostic Virology Award! 🎖️ Dr. Relich is being honored for his vital contributions to diagnostic laboratory medicine and infectious disease ecology. Join us for the award presentation on April 29 in Clearwater, FL!

We are excited to celebrate Tracy McMillen, MS, M(ASCP), as the 2026 PASCV Outstanding Clinical Laboratory Professional Award winner! 🎖️ Tracy is being recognized for her impactful contributions to clinical virology and her leadership at MSKCC. Join us for the ceremony on April 29 in Clearwater, FL!

We are thrilled to celebrate Benjamin Bradley, MD, PhD, as the winner of the 2026 PASCV Young Investigator Award!🎖️ Ben is recognized for his impactful work in clinical and diagnostic virology. Join us for the award ceremony, April 29 in Clearwater, FL! #PASCV #ClinicalVirology #YoungInvestigator

A patient tests positive for Influenza A, but the H3 subtype target is "missing" on the primary lab platform. When the same thing starts happening across the community, it's time to look at the genetics... and now it's time for March's Diagnostic Dilemma Results! How did your diagnosis compare?

🦠: A 7-week-old with neonatal HSV-2 meningoencephalitis still has positive CSF PCR after a full course of acyclovir. The clinical picture demands urgent treatment for suspected antiviral resistance. What action should you take... test yourself here: buff.ly/PKoty66

Episode 19: A Discussion on Pediatric Validations (2/2) We have an incredible panel discussion of the hurdles and triumphs of pediatric assay validation. From stories about their toughest validations to ideas on how the industry can better support labs Listen here: 🎙️

Mo' tests, mo' problems? 🧪 Not if you have a plan! In Episode 18 of PASCV: Gone Viral we’re talking #DiagnosticStewardship with Dr. Francesca Lee & Dr. David Gaston. ✅ Value-based testing ✅ Patient-centered performance ✅ Provider relationships 🎙️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

Get to know your PASCV peers like Alberto "Beto" Paniz Mondolfi, MD, PhD. 2 are true and 1 is not: 1. He is heading up the Membership committee's campaign focusing on LatAm in 2026. 2. He has not attended the PASCV Annual Meeting. 3. He was a "smuggler" as part of his career path.

We are proud to introduce the newly elected leadership of the Pan American Society for Clinical Virology (PASCV) Executive Council: President-Elect: Heba Mostafa President: Adrienne Bambach Immediate Past-President: Benjamin Pinsky Treasurer: Ana Maria Cárdenas

Please join us in congratulating the 2026-28 PASCV Council! Ken Gavina, PhD, D(ABMM), SM(ASCP)CM Allison Eberly, PhD, D(ABMM) Diego Hijano, MD, MSc Rachael Liesman, PhD, D(ABMM) Logan Patterson, Ph.D., D(ABMM) Elly Powell, PhD, D(ABMM) Hannah Wang, MD

🚨 Today is the final day to vote. PASCV Elections close on February 19. This is your last opportunity to participate in selecting the Society’s leadership. If you have not yet voted, check your email and submit your ballot now. Make sure your voice is included. #PASCV #ClinicalVirology

PASCV Members: Voting for the 2026 PASCV Elections closes on February 19. Please take a moment to cast your ballot if you have not already. Member participation is essential to the continued strength of our Society. #PASCV #ClinicalVirology #ScientificCommunity

So you know they have Influenza A, but which subtype? Check out this month's Diagnostic Dilemma to figure it out. buff.ly/wUIgmkJ

🚨 SPOILER ALERT IF YOU HAVEN'T DONE JANUARY'S DIAGNOSTIC DILEMMA! How do you feel about the direction vaccine coverage rates are going in the United States?

🌎 PASCV is offering complimentary membership through December 31, 2026, for virologists residing in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Join a Pan-American community dedicated to excellence in clinical virology, collaboration, and professional growth. 🔗 in comments below!

The 2026 PASCV Annual Meeting is shaping up to be our most dynamic program yet, featuring world-class speakers, interactive debates, cutting-edge diagnostics, & a global virology community! Early Bird ends March 4 — don’t miss your chance: lnkd.in/e8TATqrt

Reminder: 🗳️ PASCV 2026 Election voting is underway! ✔ Review nominee CVs & letters ✔ Cast your ballot ⏰ Voting closes Feb 19, 2026

Have you renewed your membership yet? Why don't you Join Us? 🫵🏽 Do it today before you miss out on FREE webinars, MEMBERS ONLY elections & the next edition of the Pulse! www.pascv.org/general/regi...?

💰 Save $50 on PASCV Membership Register for our Feb 9 webinar and get $50 off your PASCV membership. 🎓 Reimbursement Beyond the Microscope 🧾 Claims & billing in molecular infectious disease testing 📅 Mon, Feb 9 | 12–1 PM Learn. Register. Save. 👉 pascv.org/page/webinars2026

Those Kids... um... KITS say the Darndest Things! It's another episode of PASCV: Gone Viral! In this one, we are talking about 👧🏻 & 🧒🏻... that's right, pediatric validations! Have a listen here: rss.com/podcasts/pas...

💉 Vaccine hesitancy... Don't hesitate on this month's Diagnostic Dilemma! How do you feel about it and how have American's felt in recent years? See what they think with this month's Dilemma: buff.ly/5jsmjVu

Some vaccines are a 1-2 punch (or jab). What happens with the measles vaccine? Test your knowledge with this month's PASCV Diagnostic Dilemma! buff.ly/BHWFCLk

This Giving Tuesday, support PASCV and the work that keeps science moving forward. Funding may be tight, but the need for scientific community and education is growing. Your contribution helps sustain PASCV and the next generation of scientists. Thank you for your support! buff.ly/sN9alcg

This quarter we are focusing on the public health sector. Did you know Nina J. Gao was invited to be a panelist on Comic-Con International and is a devoted listener and assisting creator for the PASCV Podcast: Gone Viral? Learn more about Dr. Gao onour Member Spotlight Page! lnkd.in/gE3ys5KH

Today we are especially grateful for the clinicians, laboratorians, researchers, and partners who keep the world of clinical virology turning. May your day be filled with good food, good company, and zero unexpected samples. 🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from PASCV!

🎙️ PASCV: Gone Viral salutes our Public Health Heros ! Dr. Nina Gao interviews the 1 and only Dr. Tony Tran, current Director of the State Public Health Laboratory and Deputy Director of the Center for Laboratory Sciences at the CA Dept of Public Health. buff.ly/dhyYyaO

Did you watch this webinar... Did you get your CE? Last chance for P.A.C.E.®️ is on 12/3/2025!

🧫 The November PASCV Diagnostic Dilemma is live! Challenge your diagnostic skills, learn from peers, and stay sharp in your practice. Diagnose this month’s case here: www.pascv.org/surveys/defa... #PASCV #Virology #DiagnosticDilemma #CPEPFellow

👻 + 🦟 = NAILED IT! Most of you nailed it! For our October Diagnostic Dilemma, WNV PCR of CSF was the top pick — and the best diagnostic test for this case. New month, new mystery coming soon! www.pascv.org/page/PastCases #PASCV #DiagnosticDilemma #Virology #WestNileVirus

PASCV membership... stay part of the leading global virology community. RENEW early and get special 2026 Annual Meeting discounts. JOIN and get free access to two additional webinars in 2025 too! Renew here: www.pascv.org/link.asp?yml... #PASCV #ClinicalVirology #Virology

👻+ 🦟 = ⁉️ Do you have a ghost of a chance in this month’s Diagnostic Dilemma? Which is the best diagnostic test to detect WNV infection? Well, it depends on the patient's presentation! Click the link to get diagnosing! www.pascv.org/surveys/?id=...

The PASCV Education Committee has specifically curated a webinar series to give you a glimpse into what PASCV membership can give you. All webinars are included with PASCV membership and can count toward P.A.C.E. credits. Follow this link to access your webinar bundle for FREE: lnkd.in/gebGCn4v

Ready for another Diagnostic Dilemma?! Let’s start with these photos... This month we changed course and looked at bacteria. Have a look and vote! ▶️ Click for the complete presentation and vote on your diagnosis! www.pascv.org/surveys/?id=...

Initially benign, leading to itchy, then to red and painful, and finally to scabbing... What's the cause? How to treat it? Share your diagnosis with this month's Diagnostic Dilemma! t.co/6wlbh4G372

Molecular assays with diagnostic stewardship built in? That's what new customizable syndromic panels aim to offer. Want to learn more? Hear my discussion with Bri Castillo, Nick Decker, Heba Mostafa, and Phyu Thwe on the @pascv.bsky.social Gone Viral podcast! Listen here: rss.com/podcasts/pas...

🦠 PASCV's Diagnostic Dilemma for May is here! We have a dilemma about HSV with some great review information after you submit your answer! ▶️ Click for the complete presentation and vote on your diagnosis! (Image:UW | National STD Curriculum) www.pascv.org/surveys/?id=...

🦇… When you think of bats, you think of Halloween and RABIES! For this month’s Diagnostic Dilemma, test how much you know about its treatment. ▶️ Click for the complete presentation and vote on your diagnosis! www.pascv.org/surveys/?id=... (Image:CDC)

In light of recent events, PASCV would like to reaffirm that we remain dedicated to maintaining a professional society that is open and inclusive, transparent in our decision-making, and resolute in the support of our members.

As you know, 💩 can tell you a lot about a 🦠 ! With this month’s Diagnostic Dilemma, think about your options with antiviral agents! ▶️ Click for the complete presentation and vote on your diagnosis! www.pascv.org/surveys/defa.... (Video:FREEPIK)

💉 +🦠… There are many things to consider when a patient presents with HIV-1. Have a look at the year’s FIRST Diagnostic Dilemma and see if you can diagnose what this patient is experiencing! ▶️ Click for the complete presentation and vote on your diagnosis! www.pascv.org/surveys/defa... Video:FREEPIK

🦠+WBC 30.92 K/µL+Neutrophils 91.3%+Lymphocytes 6.0% = Not a good holiday! What is your diagnosis? Check out this Diagnostic Dilemma and see how you stack up among your peers! ▶️ Click for the complete patient presentation and vote how you would diagnose! www.pascv.org/surveys/defa.... (Image:CDC)

This quarter's Member Spotlight recognizes Dr. Lauren Cooper. Check out Lauren's most recent publication, "Hospital mortality and length of stay associated with Enterobacterales positive blood cultures: a multicenter analysis"! www.pascv.org/page/Spotlight