Proficiency Test accredited for SARS-CoV2 adds value to the laboratory

Proficiency Test accredited for SARS-CoV2 adds value to the laboratory

Controllab was accredited by Coordenação-Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro (PEP 003) for the main Covid-19 methods. All tests offered follow the criteria of ISO/IEC 17043.

Ensuring the quality of the reports for Covid-19 is a concern of the laboratories in face of the challenges of the disease. To collaborate with the diagnostics sector, Controllab – the largest provider of Laboratory Quality Control in Brazil and Latin America – makes Quality Control available for Covid-19.

Among the tools available in this control, the Proficiency Test (EP), stands out, essential to assess the accuracy of the analyzes. By participating in the EP, the laboratory has the opportunity to identify improvements not detected in the routine. It is information that, when critically analyzed by the participant, contributes to the continuous improvement of the laboratory and, consequently, to the reliability of doctors and patients.

All tests offered at EP of Controllab follow the criteria of ISO/IEC 17043. Recently, the company was accredited by Coordenação-Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro (PEP 003) for the main Covid-19 methods. With this, the provider also becomes the only one in the world accredited by Covid-19 research by the methods of Molecular Biology, Automated Immunology and Rapid Diagnostic Test (POCT) * for antibody and antigen research.

Having its processes recognized is the seal that Controllab delivers a reliable service and that adds value to its users.

In this context, the 2nd interlaboratory report for SARS-CoV2 methods. was released this week. The document contemplates a greater diversity of kits and automated systems, in addition to providing detailed graphics for the molecular biology technique, separating it by methodologies (own and in house).

For more information contact us by email contato@controllab.com or by phones and WhatsApp +55 (21) 97901-0310 and +55 (21) 98036-1592.

*According to the EPTIS website.

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PRM 0009

Certified Reference Material Producer

Accredited by Coordenação-Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro

Controllab has been accredited as a Certified Reference Material (CRM) Producer since 2016 by Cgcre, under number PMR 0009. The conformity assessment is carried out in accordance with the requirements established in ABNT NBR ISO 17034 and Inmetro standards, ensuring competence for the production of CRMs, as defined in the Scope of Accreditation.

This accreditation attests to Controllab’s technical competence in producing CRMs according to international requirements and enables it to be recognized in other countries, under mutual recognition agreements, thereby reducing technical barriers between Brazil and other countries across continents.

Materiais de Referência Certificados - PMR 0009 - ABNT NBR ISO 17034-Controllab
Cgcre is signatory to the Mutual Recognition Arrangements of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and Interamerican Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC).

CAL 0214

Calibration Laboratory

Accredited by Coordenação-Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro

In December 2002, the Calibration Laboratory was accredited by Cgcre. With this recognition, it became part of the Brazilian network of accredited laboratories, under number 214. Since then, it has been periodically evaluated for the maintenance and/or extension of its accreditation.

The Inmetro seal attests to Controllab’s technical competence, credibility, and operational capability for calibration services, in accordance with the requirements of ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025.

Calibração de Instrumentos - CAL 0214 - ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025 - Controllab
Cgcre is signatory to the Mutual Recognition Arrangements of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and Interamerican Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC).

PEP 0003

Proficiency Test Provider

Accredited by Coordenação-Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro

In September 2011, Controllab was accredited by Cgcre as a proficiency test provider, under nº PEP0003. Initially as part of a pilot project by Inmetro, this accreditation was based on ILAC G13: 2007 and included several clinical and hemotherapy tests. In the periodic evaluations of this accreditation, new segments and tests are included and the evaluation is now conducted according to ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17043.

This accreditation attests to Controllab’s technical competence to develop and conduct proficiency tests in accordance with international requirements and enables it to be recognized in other countries, in accordance with mutual recognition agreements signed by Brazil in Mercosur, the Americas and Europe.

PEP 0003 - ABNT NBR ISO-IEC 17043 - Controllab

Cgcre is signatory to the Mutual Recognition Arrangements of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and Interamerican Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC).