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| Certification Vendor: | American Society for Microbiology (ASM) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | American Board of Medical Microbiology Certification Examination |
| Exam Number: | ABMM |
| Exam Format: | Single best answer, Case-based items, Multiple choice |
| Passing Score: | Criterion-referenced, determined per exam form |
| Exam Price: | $450 (ASM members), $575 (non-members) |
| Exam Duration: | 240 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years, requires recertification |
| Real Exam Qty: | 200–220 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | ASM Education & Training Resources |
| Exam Registration: | ABMM Application & Registration |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or authorized test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Doctoral degree in microbiology or related field; plus 3 years of experience, or 2 years CPEP training, or completion of ACGME/CCM/RCPSC-accredited fellowship/residency |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://asm.org/certifications/american-board-of-medical-microbiology-abmm |
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Directing Laboratory Testing Functions | 44.5% | - Test selection, validation, quality control and interpretation - Up-to-date practices, standards, technologies and emerging diseases |
| Topic 2: Ensuring Safety and Security in the Laboratory | 11.5% | - Biological, chemical and physical safety - Security, waste management and emergency response |
| Topic 3: Directing Laboratory Administrative Functions | 19% | - Accreditation, licensure and regulatory requirements - Personnel management, competency assessment and training - Laboratory operations, budgeting and compliance - Process improvement and risk management - Information management and reporting |
| Topic 4: Consulting with Other Medical Professionals | 25% | - Clinical consultation, result interpretation and guidance - Education, research and professional development - Public health, epidemiology and outbreak investigation |
American Society of Microbiology ABMM is an official American Society for Microbiology (ASM) exam, registered under exam code ABMM. Passing it earns the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM) Diplomate certification at the Professional / Expert level. As an internationally recognized capacity standard, this credential speaks for your ability wherever your career takes you.
The American Society of Microbiology ABMM syllabus comprises 4 official domains. The heaviest include Ensuring Safety and Security in the Laboratory (11.5%), Consulting with Other Medical Professionals (25%), and Directing Laboratory Administrative Functions (19%). The complete outline is above on this page; a short, efficient study plan starts with knowing exactly where the marks live.
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American Society of Microbiology ABMM requires Criterion-referenced, determined per exam form to pass, with an official registration fee of $450 (ASM members), $575 (non-members). Retakes bill the full $450 (ASM members), $575 (non-members) again, so speed should never mean gambling. Compress your preparation with the TrainingQuiz practice tests, and book once your scores clear the requirement reliably.
Doctoral degree in microbiology or related field; plus 3 years of experience, or 2 years CPEP training, or completion of ACGME/CCM/RCPSC-accredited fellowship/residency
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Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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