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What is accreditation and why is it important?
DNA paternity testing results last a lifetime. Accreditation is the method that clients can determine the quality and reliability of a laboratory. Canada has one of the strictest regulations in the world for DNA testing. Accreditation by the Standards Council of Canada is mandatory for CIC recognition and for most legal casework in Canada. Additionally, there are two types of accreditations for DNA testing laboratories: ISO17025 Accreditation and AABB Accreditation. Small or new labs are often not accredited and as a result, their testing is not regulated. Always ensure that you choose a large and recognized laboratory which is approved by the Standards Council of Canada for DNA testing and has received both ISO 17025 and AABB accreditations. Genetrack is full accredited by the Standards Council of Canada for legal casework, and is one of only a few DNA laboratories in the world to have achieved ISO17025 and AABB accreditation, ensuring the highest level of recognition and quality.
ISO 17025 Accreditation: The world most prestigious laboratory accreditation program
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is the global leader in developing technical standards for industrial, commercial, and government fields. ISO 17025, one of the most prestigious certifications in the DNA testing industry, is awarded to laboratories which exemplify technical competence in all calibration and testing activities.
Demonstrating the laboratory's commitment to providing premium DNA testing services, Genetrack is pleased to announce that it has formally received accreditation under ISO Standard 17025, placing Genetrack as one of the first few full-service private DNA paternity testing laboratories in the world to receive this accreditation. Only a small number of private and government DNA laboratories in the world have reached ISO Standard 17025, an international standard that assess the technical competency of calibration laboratories and ensures accurate data generation, controlled and reproducible testing and testing procedures, and properly qualified trained laboratory personnel. Genetrack’s success in meeting the stringent standards of ISO 17025 indicates that clients will receive the highest level of DNA testing services from a laboratory which is internationally recognized to excel in all aspects of testing quality. The scope of the accreditation awarded is "Human DNA testing services for verifying identity in paternity cases, claimed biological relationship matters and civil and criminal investigations". This accreditation is the product of an intense three year effort by the laboratory to establish a world class quality system which meets or exceeds the requirements of ISO 17025.
AABB Accreditation: World recognition for family courts and immigration
Genetrack is also officially accredited by the AABB and is awarded the status of an AABB Accredited DNA testing facility.
Accreditation follows an intensive on-site assessment by specially trained AABB assessors and establishes that the level of medical, technical and administrative performance within the facility meets or exceeds the standards set by AABB. By successfully meeting those requirements, Genetrack is officially listed with the AABB and has earned AABB Accreditated status.
"The AABB's Accreditation procedures are voluntary," Dr. Wong, Quality Manager of Genetrack explained. "Genetrack has sought AABB Accreditation because this program assists facilities around the country in achieving excellence by promoting a level of professional and medical expertise that contributes to quality performance."
ABB Accreditation is the designation of choice for paternity testing laboratories because it demonstrates an organization’s commitment to advanced learning, continuous improvement and innovation by striving to sustain the highest possible level of patient and donor care. AABB-accredited organizations are recognized by their peers as leaders in their field and as pivotal voices in the dialogue through which consensus-based, voluntary standards are developed and implemented.
CAP: Setting the standards for quality control
CAP (College of American Pathologists) is the worldwide leader in providing quality improvement programs to pathologists and laboratory professionals. Genetrack participated in the Paternity Testing Proficiency Program of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and is currently enrolled in the Paternity Testing Proficiency Program of the CAP for 2008, which includes rigorous laboratory proficiency testing three times each year. The complete DNA fingerprint and laboratory data is provided for every test.
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