"Your Partner in Research"





Angela M. Amatruda, HT (ASCP) - Executive Director

Angie has over 18 years experience in the field of Histology.  Her career began at one of the world’s most recognized research facilities, Johns Hopkins University, as an Histology trainee moving to Johns Hopkins Hospital Pathology/Surgical Laboratory in 1991. 

Enthusiasm led Angie to North Arundel Hospital performing immunoperoxidase and special stains while continuing her growth and broadening her responsibilities as a trainer and director of workflow at Johns Hopkins. In 1994 she became a Staff Supervisor for the Pathology/Reference Laboratory.  The Center for Surgical Dermatology also requested Angie to join their staff to perform frozen sections for Mohs Surgery.

In 1996 Angie first offered Histological Services under the name of AML Laboratories, Inc. fulfilling a goal as an independent business woman. The reputation of AML has attracted not only researchers from around the globe, but a bright, highly qualified staff to join AML as it continues to grow as a leading supporter in the research

Jacqueline R. Smith, HT (ASCP), QIHC
- IHC and Special Stains

Jackie became a Certified Histologic Technician in 1995.  She continued her training in Immunhistochemistry at Ventana Nexas and became registered with the Board of Immunhistochemistry in 2002.

In Baltimore Maryland’s, Carroll County General Hospital, York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania, and Corning Clinical Laboratories, Jackie performed Routine H&E Staining, Frozen Section Microtomy, Special Staining, Immunohistochemical Staining, Cytology Preparation and assisted with Grossing. Greater Baltimore Medical Center offered Jackie an opportunity to develop new antibody procedures.

In December of 2002 St. Joseph’s Medical Center brought Jackie on board as their Lead Histologist.  Jackie ran the Histology Department gaining a reputation as a leader and a supervisor whose focus was quality.  She has been a great asset to AML since joining the company in 2005.  She has streamlined procedures, keeps clients informed and has brought quality to a new level in the industry.


Shana L. Lee
- Histology Technician

Shana began her working career at St. Agnes hospital as a lab assistant in the Outreach Clinical Laboratory. She was responsible for accessioning patients into the computer system and working directly with patients, doctors and the hospital administration. It was here; Shana learned the value of quality and precision necessary to give the correct patient results. Shana was asked to apply for the Histology training program because of her attention to detail. Shana has started and excelled in the training program at St. Agnes and joined AML Labs in 2006.  At AML labs, Shana has had the opportunity to expand her skills and work in research with animal tissues. She is a valued member of the AML team.


AML Laboratories Inc. 6918 Ridge Road, Rosedale MD 21237 USA
Tele: (877) 219-5183 Fax: (877) 219-5184