THE COLLEGE OF AMERICAN PATHOLO

The College of American Pathologists provides specialized laboratory services and proficiency testing across a wide range of clinical disciplines. Their core capabilities center on the administration of CAP surveys and proficiency testing for microbiology, serology, and virology departments. Technical expertise includes the validation and testing of specific pathogens and markers, such as Mycobacteriology, Candida Auris, and Hepatitis, as well as specialized toxicology services. The organization maintains strong recurring relationships with the Department of Health, where they primarily deliver proficiency testing and quality assurance surveys for various laboratory departments. They also provide laboratory services to the Department of Children and Families and toxicology-specific support to the Department of Law Enforcement. The contractor operates within the clinical laboratory and diagnostic vertical, positioning itself as a critical provider of quality control and proficiency standards for government-operated health and forensic laboratories. Based in Northfield, Illinois, the organization serves as a specialized provider of laboratory accreditation and quality standards for government agencies.