Summary:
Summary Statement of Deficiencies D0000 The recertification survey was performed on 11/20/2025. The laboratory was found in compliance with standard-level deficiencies cited. D5775 COMPARISON OF TEST RESULTS CFR(s): 493.1281(a)(c) (a) If a laboratory performs the same test using different methodologies or instruments, or performs the same test at multiple testing sites, the laboratory must have a system that twice a year evaluates and defines the relationship between test results using the different methodologies, instruments, or testing sites. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on a review of records and interview with the Assistant Manager of Quality and Center Manager, the laboratory failed to have a system that evaluated and defined the relationship between six of six Reichert TS handheld refractometers at least twice a year during the review period of March 2024 through the current date. Findings include: (1) On 11/20/2025 at 09:42 am, the Center Manager stated the laboratory performed serum total protein testing using 6 digital, handheld Reichert TS meters (refractometers); (2) A review of records for the testing from March 2024 through the current date identified no evidence the relationship between the six analyzers had been evaluated as follows: (a) Prior to 07/02/2024 (b) Between 07/02/2024 and 11/20/2025 (3) The records were reviewed with the Assistant Manager of Quality and Center Manager, who stated on 11/20/2025 at 12:20 pm, there was no documentation to prove the relationship between the analyzers had been evaluated at least twice a year in 2024. Statement of Deficiencies (X1) Provider/Supplier/CLIA Identification Number (X3) Date Survey Completed Name of Provider or Supplier Street Address, City, State -- 1 of 1 --