AltheaDx Laboratory Receives Accreditation From College of American Pathologists
SAN DIEGO, July 21, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AltheaDx, a molecular diagnostics company pioneering the field of pharmacogenetics, today announced that the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to the AltheaDx laboratory in San Diego, California based on results of a recent on-site inspection. This accreditation is awarded to facilities that meet the highest standards of quality in laboratory services. With this recognition, the AltheaDx laboratory joins the prestigious ranks of some of the most prominent clinical laboratories in the world.
"We are extremely proud to receive CAP accreditation," stated Greg Hamilton, AltheaDx's Chief Executive Officer. "This national recognition reaffirms our commitment to providing the highest quality laboratory services and reliable testing results to our clients, and is reflective of our focus on helping healthcare providers take better care of patients suffering from serious medical conditions."
The U.S. federal government recognizes the CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program, which began in the early 1960s, as being equal-to or more-stringent-than the government's own inspection program. During the CAP accreditation process inspectors examine the laboratory's quality system, quality control program and quality records for the preceding two years. CAP inspectors also examine laboratory staff qualifications, validation of tests and systems, equipment, facilities, safety program and record, and overall management.
About AltheaDx
AltheaDx is a molecular diagnostics company which focuses on assisting physicians, managed care organizations, pharmaceutical companies and other healthcare entities in their efforts to make the best possible therapeutic decisions for patients through the implementation of personalized medicine. AltheaDx's IDgenetix pharmacogenetic, or PGx, product testing portfolio addresses some of the most prevalent clinical conditions in the United States, including cardiovascular disease, neuropsychiatric disorders and pain. AltheaDx is a CAP-Accredited, CLIA-Certified laboratory located in San Diego, CA. For more information, visit www.altheadx.com.
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About the College of American Pathologists
The College of American Pathologists (CAP), celebrating 50 years as the gold standard in laboratory accreditation, is a medical society that serves more than 18,000 physician members and the global laboratory community. It is the world's largest association composed exclusively of board-certified pathologists and is the worldwide leader in laboratory quality assurance. The College advocates accountable, high-quality, and cost-effective patient care. More information about the CAP can be found at www.cap.org.
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