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TDACs
Test Development and Advisory Committees
The TDAC Manual includes everything you need to know in your vital role as a TDAC member for the ABPath.
Since 1971, the ABPath has appointed test committees for the various areas of pathology. The committees consist of ABPath trustees and other pathologists and physicians who are recognized experts in the various disciplines. The role of the committees has since been expanded to include a subject matter and advisory function for the Board.
TDAC Links and Resources
Question Writing
Test Development and Advisory Committee Question Writing Handbook a PDF file available to view and/or print with Adobe Acrobat Reader. Revised 7/2024
TDAC Item Example details the fields to be completed when entering a new TDAC item. Revised 10/3/19
Question Writing Hints a PowerPoint Presentation by Measurement Research Associates including Goals and Important Measurement Considerations and Developing and Reviewing Multiple-Choice Items. Revised 3/19/13
Acceptable TDAC Abbreviations Revised 1/10/24
NBME Constructing Test Questions Guide 4/10/17
ABMS Osmosis Video Developing Well Written Test Questions
Hematopathology Reference Ranges 7/13/17
Pediatric CBC Reference Values 02/01/2021
ABMS Great Item Writing for the Health Professions video
Imaging
TDAC Digitized Image Recommendations describes the specifications for digitized images, including resolution and file formats.
The Acquisition and Use of Web Images a guide for creating images for use in ABPath questions authored by Dr. Glassy. Revised 11/24/24
Screen Resolution and Screen Capture New 3/12/2021
How to Save Excel as JPG New 5/28/15
How to merge levels of focus In Photoshop explains some of the functions available in Photoshop. Revised 1/20/15
CELL PANEL is a blank blood cell panel for BB/TM TDAC use. Please save it on your computer and fill it in with Microsoft Excel. Revised 2/9/18
Computer and Technical Resources
Test Development and Advisory Committee Question Writing Handbook a PDF file that details how to enter questions in the Item Bank. Revised 03/01/2019
Fixing Internet Explorer Compatibility Issues Revised 3/13/16
Miscellaneous (Expense Vouchers, Confidentiality Forms etc.)
USCAP CME for TDAC Participation a PDF file available to view and/or print with Adobe Acrobat Reader. Revised 1/20/15
TDAC Confidentiality Form Revised 12/11/15
Guidelines For Travel Costs is a guide to reducting your costs related to travel.
TDAC Expense Voucher is for submitting your expenses. Please save it on your computer, fill it in, print it, and send it to the ABPath office with your receipts. Revised 1/16/2023
Trustee Expense Voucher is for submitting your expenses. Please save it on your computer, fill it in, print it, and send it to the ABPath office with your receipts. Revised 01/16/2023
Instructions for Submitting ABPath Expense Voucher includes instructions for Bill.com
TDAC Micro Slide Reimbursement
For reimbursement to your organization/hospital for slides submitted to a TDAC meeting, please have them submit an invoice to [email protected] or mail an invoice to:
The American Board of Pathology, Inc.
Attn: Lily Veith
One Urban Centre
4830 W. Kennedy Blvd Ste 690
Tampa, FL 33609
For reimbursement to an individual for slides submitted to a TDAC meeting, please submit the Micro Slide Invoice form below by email to [email protected] or mail to:
The American Board of Pathology, Inc.
Attn: Lily Veith
One Urban Centre
4830 W. Kennedy Blvd Ste 690
Tampa, FL 33609
TDAC Micro Slide Invoice Form Updated 5/09/2022
ABOMP Expense Voucher is for submitting American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology expenses. Please save it on your computer, fill it in, print it, and send it to the ABOMP office with your receipts.
ABD Expense Voucher is for submitting American Board of Dermatology expenses. Please save it on your computer, fill it in, print it, and send it to the ABD office with your receipts.
Category Code List
Anatomic Pathology Category Code List Revised 07/24
Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine Category Code List Revised 03/2023
Chemical Pathology Category Code List Revised 08/19
Cytopathology Category Code List Revised 11/22
Dermatopathology Category Code List Revised 08/19
Forensic Pathology Category Code List Revised 08/19
Hematopathology Category Code List Revised 08/19
Laboratory Management Category Code List Revised 12/17
Medical Microbiology Category Code List Revised 08/2022
Molecular Genetic Pathology Category Code List Revised 11/2022
Neuropathology Category Code List Revised 7/2024
Pediatric Pathology Category Code List Revised 07/2024
Category Code List Search instructions
Instructions for Using the PDF Search Function in Category Code Lists in Adobe Reader XI
Revised 8/4/14
If you have any questions, please contact:
Lily Veith, TDAC Coordinator
The American Board of Pathology
Telephone: (813) 286-2444 x230
FAX: (813) 289-5279
E-mail: [email protected]
Item Bank Templates
ABPath CertLink Item Writing Resources
This section will familiarize you with ABPath CertLink-type questions, how to write a succinct critique and clone, and how to enter them into the ABPath CertLink TDAC item bank.
ABPath CertLink Item Writer’s Guide– This reference will walk you through the steps of writing high-quality Certlink items with all of the components.
ABMS Item Writing Guide (video)
Quick Reference Guide for Writing & Editing ABPath CertLink Items
Acquisition and Use of Web Images for ABPath Examinations
ABPath CertLink® Practice Areas
CertLink Tutorial Video (For TDAC member use only) – This short video will familiarize you with ABPath CertLink-type questions, how to write a succinct critique and clone, and how to enter them into the ABPath Certlink TDAC item bank.