Laboratory And Radiology Services: Definitions

01. Independent Laboratory. A laboratory not located in a provider’s office and that receives specimens from a source other than another laboratory. (7-1-26) 02. Laboratory or Clinical Laboratory. A facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examinations of material derived from the human body to provide information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease, or the impairment or assessment of human health. (7-1-26) 03. Proficiency Testing. Evaluation of a laboratory's ability to perform laboratory procedures within acceptable limits of accuracy through analysis of unknown specimens distributed at periodic intervals. (7-1-26) 04. Quality Control. Analysis of reference materials to ensure reproducibility and accuracy of laboratory results, and an acceptable system to assure proper functioning of instruments, equipment, and reagents. (7-1-26) 05. Reference Laboratory. A laboratory that only accepts specimens from other laboratories. (7-1-26) 201. – 202. (RESERVED)