Here’s an overview of laboratory accreditation milestones to help you move through each step with confidence:
- Make sure you’ve got all the appropriate CLIA numbers and other licensures your laboratory may need to get started.
- Apply for Laboratory accreditation
- Prepare for four months of testing history prior to survey.
- Review the standards.
- Assess your readiness.
- Create an action plan.
- Participate in the on-site survey.
- Obtain your accreditation findings.
- Amend findings if needed.
- Receive your accreditation decision.