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Summary Statement of Deficiencies D5415 TEST SYSTEMS, EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS, REAGENT CFR(s): 493.1252(c) (c) Reagents, solutions, culture media, control materials, calibration materials, and other supplies, as appropriate, must be labeled to indicate the following: (c)(1) Identity and when significant, titer, strength or concentration. (c)(2) Storage requirements. (c)(3) Preparation and expiration dates. (c)(4) Other pertinent information required for proper use. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on review of the Quantimetrix Dipper Urinalysis Dipstick quality control (QC) package insert, observation of the Quantimetrix Dipper Urinalysis Dipstick QC vials, review of patient results and interview with the technical consultant (TC), the laboratory failed to document open and expiration dates on urinalysis QC. Findings: 1. Review of the Quantimetrix Dipper Urinalysis Dipstick QC package insert states "After initial use, each tube of control is stable for 3 months or 20 dipstick immersions, whichever occurs first". 2. Observation of opened Quantimetrix Dipper Urinalysis Dipstick QC vials lot # 256321 and 256322 showed no open and expiration dates on QC vials. 3. Review of patient results showed the laboratory performed approximately 148 urinalysis tests from January 1,2026 to date May 11, 2026. 3. Interview with the TC on May 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM confirmed the laboratory failed to document open and expiration dates on urinalysis QC. 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 --