April 22, 2026- Lab Week 2026 is being recognized this year from April 19-25, 2026. Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (Lab Week) is an annual recognition of medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in health care and patient advocacy.
During lab week, clinical and public health laboratory professionals are highlighted for being highly skilled, playing a critical role in healthcare, and keeping the nation safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Lab week is coordinated by a coalition of 18 national clinical laboratory organizations, per the CDC.