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California Association of Toxicologists proficiency testing program.

C B Walberg

    Clinical Toxicology
    |January 1, 1979
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    The California Association of Toxicologists

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    Area of Science:

    • Forensic Toxicology
    • Laboratory Science

    Background:

    • Proficiency testing is crucial for laboratory quality assurance.
    • The California Association of Toxicologists (CAT) has a decade-long program.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate laboratory methodology and efficiency.
    • To provide a comparative basis for qualitative and quantitative analysis.

    Main Methods:

    • A volunteer-based proficiency testing program.
    • Drug sample selection, preparation, and distribution by rotating members.
    • Collation and dissemination of results for analysis.

    Main Results:

    • The program allows participants to assess their performance.
    • Identifies areas for improvement in toxicological testing.

    Conclusions:

    • The CAT proficiency testing program effectively supports laboratory quality.
    • The volunteer model ensures continuous program operation and improvement.

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