 ASMT was organized in 1933 and incorporated in 1936.Early on, members were required to be certified by the Board of Registry (now the Board of Certification) of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) to ensure credibility of the society.During the 1930s, ASMT activities included the inception of a journal, the establishment of a Constitution and Bylaws, the emergence of state charters, and educating the public about the profession.