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Said: We monitor invalid patient/sample ID scanned by users, proficiency testing failure rate, log completeness, and reagent and control expiration labeling. 

Said: We assess every year based on repeat issues we are seeing, compliance rates from previous reports and inspection findings. The one standard is critical value policy, including provider notification compliance. This year we also have glu...

Said: We put a biohazard sign on non-patientnon-OR rooms where patient samples are being handled (ex. blood, urine, respiratory swabs, etc...).  

Said: We are inspected by COLA and each location that has a different CLIA must have their own competency. We require them to do QC, a module and quiz, patient testing and an unknown or proficiency testing.