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ADLM 2026: Exploring the Future of Laboratory Information Systems, Automation, and AI
June 26, 2026
The laboratory industry is undergoing one of the most significant periods of transformation in its history.
Artificial intelligence, digital pathology, automation, precision medicine, workforce shortages, reimbursement pressures, and evolving regulatory requirements are all redefining how laboratories operate and compete. As diagnostic testing organizations work to navigate these challenges, access to the latest technologies, strategies, and industry insights has never been more important.
That's why laboratory professionals from around the world will gather at the Anaheim Convention Center from July 26-30, 2026, for ADLM 2026, one of the most influential events in diagnostics and laboratory medicine.
Formerly known as the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo, the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) conference has spent more than seven decades bringing together innovators, laboratory leaders, clinicians, pathologists, researchers, and technology providers to explore the future of laboratory medicine.
This year's event promises to be one of the most exciting yet, offering attendees a unique opportunity to discover emerging technologies, learn from industry experts, evaluate new laboratory software systems, and identify strategies for improving operational and financial performance.
LigoLab is proud to be an exhibitor and sponsor at ADLM 2026, and invites attendees to visit Booth #4150 during the Clinical Lab Expo to learn how modern laboratories are transforming operations through unified laboratory information system (LIS) and laboratory revenue cycle management (RCM) technology.
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What Makes ADLM 2026 So Important?
Laboratory leaders face growing pressure to do more with less.
ADLM represents a valuable opportunity to step away from day-to-day responsibilities and focus on the broader trends shaping the future of laboratory medicine.
This year's event features:
- More than 300 expert speakers
- Over 250 educational sessions
- More than 200 product categories
- More than 700 exhibitors
Attendees can expect to gain practical insights into:
- Laboratory automation strategies
- Artificial intelligence applications
- Digital pathology adoption
- Clinical laboratory management best practices
- Pathology lab management innovations
- Laboratory workflow management optimization
- Regulatory compliance initiatives
- Laboratory billing and reimbursement trends
- Laboratory revenue cycle management strategies
- Emerging diagnostic technologies
Whether you operate an independent clinical laboratory, pathology group, hospital laboratory, academic medical center, or molecular diagnostics organization, ADLM offers valuable educational and networking opportunities that can help guide future investments and strategic planning.
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The Clinical Lab Expo: Where Innovation Comes to Life
For many attendees, the Clinical Lab Expo is one of the most valuable aspects of ADLM.
Running July 28 - 30, the Expo showcases practical, real-world solutions designed to enhance laboratory operations, efficiency, compliance, and financial performance.
Unlike online product research, the Expo provides an opportunity to:
- See technologies in action
- Compare competing solutions side-by-side
- Ask detailed technical questions
- Explore implementation strategies
- Evaluate integration capabilities
- Meet directly with product experts
- Learn from customer success stories
Laboratories considering a new laboratory information system can utilize the Clinical Lab Expo to assess leading LIS vendors, explore the latest innovations, and learn how next-generation informatics platforms are helping organizations enhance productivity, streamline operations, and support long-term growth.
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Why Laboratories Are Replacing Legacy LIS Systems
One of the most common themes expected at ADLM 2026 is the growing need to move beyond outdated laboratory information system software platforms.
Many legacy LIS systems were developed decades ago and struggle to support modern laboratory workflow management.
Common limitations include:
- Manual data entry
- Disconnected laboratory billing systems
- Limited automation
- Poor workflow visibility
- Siloed data environments
- Restricted reporting capabilities
- Limited support for digital pathology solutions
- Inadequate AI readiness
- Difficult integrations with EHRs and instruments
As laboratories pursue growth and operational efficiency, these limitations become increasingly difficult to overcome.
Modern laboratories require systems that can orchestrate workflows, automate routine tasks, support compliance initiatives, and deliver real-time operational insights.
This shift is driving growing interest in unified informatics platforms that combine laboratory workflow management, laboratory billing, analytics, and automation within a single lab database software ecosystem.
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Meet LigoLab at Booth #4150
Attendees interested in modernizing laboratory operations should plan to visit LigoLab at Booth #4150 during the Clinical Lab Expo.
LigoLab's all-in-one Informatics Platform is designed to help diagnostic testing organizations replace fragmented laboratory software systems with a unified platform that supports every aspect of operations and finances, encompassing modern pathology and clinical laboratory management.
The comprehensive platform combines laboratory information system and laboratory revenue cycle management modules, lab billing tools, workflow automation, business intelligence and analytics, provider and patient portals, and direct-to-consumer lab testing capabilities within a single, unified solution.
Rather than forcing laboratories to manage multiple disconnected applications, LigoLab provides a single source of truth that enhances visibility, automation, and operational control.
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The Power of a Unified Medical LIS and Laboratory Billing Platform
Many laboratories continue to operate separate LIS systems and laboratory billing platforms.
While this approach may seem manageable, disconnected systems often create inefficiencies that impact both operations and revenue.
These challenges may include:
- Duplicate data entry
- Lab billing delays
- Coding errors
- Lost information
- Increased denial rates
- Limited financial visibility
LigoLab addresses these challenges through a fully integrated lab information system and laboratory revenue cycle management platform.
By connecting laboratory workflows directly to the laboratory billing process, organizations can:
- Improve claim accuracy
- Reduce denials
- Accelerate reimbursement
- Increase revenue capture
- Eliminate data synchronization issues
- Gain real-time financial insights
This unified approach enables LigoLab customers to initiate laboratory revenue cycle management earlier in the testing process, accelerating reimbursement while improving operational efficiency and overall laboratory profitability.
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Preparing Laboratories for Digital Pathology and AI
Digital pathology and artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly important components of modern laboratory operations.
Many organizations attending ADLM will be evaluating technologies that can support future diagnostic workflows while improving current operational performance.
LigoLab has invested heavily in helping laboratories prepare for this transformation.
The platform supports:
- Digital pathology integrations
- Whole-slide imaging workflows
- Intelligent case assignment
- Automated specimen routing
- OCR-powered requisition processing
- AI-assisted quality review
- Natural language analytics
- Predictive operational insights
- Automated coding support
These capabilities enable laboratories to streamline operations, minimize manual effort, and achieve greater efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the organization. As AI continues to reshape healthcare, laboratories that actively leverage flexible, automation-driven informatics platforms will be well-positioned for further innovations and competitive opportunities.
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Claim Your Complimentary Clinical Lab Expo Pass
If you're planning to attend ADLM 2026, be sure to take advantage of LigoLab's complimentary Clinical Lab Expo pass offer.
The pass provides access to one of the industry's largest showcases of laboratory technology and innovation.
To claim your free Clinical Lab Expo pass, simply use Promo Code 56880E during registration.
When you arrive at the Clinical Lab Expo, visit Booth #4150 to connect with the LigoLab team and discover how a modern, all-in-one laboratory information system can help your organization increase efficiency, strengthen compliance, streamline laboratory billing and lab revenue cycle management, and build a stronger foundation for future growth and innovation.
Act Now: Claim Your Free Clinical Lab Expo Pass
See the Future of Laboratory Operations at ADLM 2026
The pace of change in laboratory medicine continues to accelerate.
Organizations that embrace automation, interoperability, digital pathology, AI, and integrated laboratory workflow management will be best positioned to thrive in the years ahead.
ADLM 2026 represents a unique opportunity to explore these innovations firsthand, connect with industry leaders, and discover the technologies shaping the future of diagnostics.
Prepare Your Laboratory for the Next Era of Diagnostics
Ready to modernize your laboratory? Visit LigoLab during the Clinical Lab Expo to see how our all-in-one LIS system and laboratory billing platform can streamline workflows, improve financial performance, and prepare your organization for the next generation of laboratory innovation.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About ADLM and LigoLab’s All-in-One LIS System and Laboratory Billing Platform
What is ADLM 2026?
ADLM 2026 is the annual conference hosted by the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine. Taking place July 26 - 30, 2026, at the Anaheim Convention Center, the event brings together laboratory professionals, pathologists, researchers, healthcare leaders, and technology vendors to explore the latest advances in diagnostics, laboratory medicine, and healthcare technology.
What is the Clinical Lab Expo?
The Clinical Lab Expo is ADLM's exhibition hall (July 28 - 30, 2026). It features more than 700 exhibitors showcasing products and services across more than 200 categories, including laboratory information systems, laboratory automation, digital pathology, molecular diagnostics, laboratory billing, and revenue cycle management solutions.
Why should laboratory leaders attend ADLM 2026?
ADLM provides valuable opportunities to learn about emerging technologies, industry trends, regulatory updates, and operational best practices. Attendees can gain insights into laboratory workflow management, AI applications, digital pathology, laboratory revenue cycle management, and strategies for improving efficiency and profitability.
Where can I find LigoLab at ADLM 2026?
LigoLab will be exhibiting at Booth #4150 during the Clinical Lab Expo. Attendees can meet with product specialists and learn how unified LIS and laboratory billing technology can help modernize laboratory operations.
How can I get a free Clinical Lab Expo pass?
LigoLab is offering a complimentary Clinical Lab Expo pass. To claim your free pass, register through the event invitation link and use Promo Code 56880E during registration.
What is the LigoLab Informatics Platform?
The LigoLab Informatics Platform is an all-in-one solution that combines laboratory information system (LIS) software, laboratory revenue cycle management, workflow automation, analytics, and patient engagement within a single platform. It is designed to eliminate silos, improve operational efficiency, and support laboratory growth.
How does a unified LIS and laboratory billing platform benefit laboratories?
A unified platform seamlessly links laboratory operations with financial workflows, enabling data to flow automatically from order entry through reimbursement. This integrated approach reduces duplicate data entry, improves billing accuracy, minimizes claim denials, speeds reimbursement, maximizes revenue capture, and delivers deeper insight into both operational performance and financial health.
How does LigoLab support laboratory workflow automation?
LigoLab automates routine laboratory processes, including order entry, specimen tracking, accessioning, workflow routing, quality control monitoring, result reporting, coding support, and revenue cycle management activities. These automations reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and enhance productivity.
Does LigoLab support digital pathology workflows?
Yes. LigoLab supports digital pathology through integrations with leading image management systems, digital pathology viewers, and AI-enabled diagnostic technologies. The platform helps laboratories manage digital pathology workflows while maintaining connectivity with the broader laboratory ecosystem.
How is artificial intelligence being incorporated into laboratory information systems?
Modern laboratory information systems are increasingly leveraging AI to improve efficiency and decision-making. Examples include OCR-powered requisition processing, intelligent case assignment, predictive analytics, automated coding support, AI-assisted quality checks, and natural language analytics. LigoLab is actively evolving its platform to support these and other AI-driven capabilities.
What types of laboratories use LigoLab?
LigoLab serves a wide range of diagnostic testing organizations, including:
- Independent clinical laboratories
- Anatomic pathology groups
- Molecular diagnostics laboratories
- Reference laboratories
- Multi-site laboratory organizations
- Specialty testing laboratories
- Hospital outreach laboratories
Why are laboratories replacing legacy LIS systems?
Most legacy laboratory information systems struggle to support today's requirements for automation, interoperability, analytics, digital pathology, and AI. Laboratories are increasingly replacing outdated systems with modern platforms that improve workflow efficiency, scalability, compliance, visibility, and financial performance.
