QA Summary

H2M Labs is committed to conformance with NELAC standards.  Conformance is achieved through a Quality Assurance Program that establishes the framework for the quality systems operated and maintained by each individual in the laboratory.

• The laboratory is a well-equipped facility, staffed by trained professionals.
• NELAC quality system requirements have been implemented throughout the lab.
• Annual internal audits with management review are performed.
• An annual ethics training course is conducted for the entire staff.
• Timely results are submitted to our clients.

Several procedures are in place for monitoring the performance of the laboratory. These include:

Data Validation

A minimum of 20% of the data packages produced by the laboratory undergo data validation by an outside service. A report is then generated listing the comments noted by the validator. The QA manager responds to the comments, and, if necessary, corrective action measures are introduced in the department.

Inter-Laboratory Comparison Testing Programs

Testing in regards to blind samples or comparison of data inter-laboratory is performed periodically.

State/Federal Laboratory Audits

The laboratory is certified in several states. The lab is audited for all methods in use on an ongoing basis.

Consultant/Client Laboratory Audits

The client may choose to audit the laboratory to be assured of their specific project requirements.

Proficiency Sample Program

The laboratory participates in the NYS DOH Proficiency Program as well as outside PT provider programs.

Double Blind Samples

An outside supplier may be utilized to evaluate the capability of the laboratory through the use of double blind samples.

The management of H2M Labs, Inc. is committed to meeting quality objectives, thereby ensuring our clients technically defensible laboratory test results.