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Laboratory Selection & Testing Coordination
Identify suitable external laboratories, assess technical capabilities and coordinate analytical testing within an agreed scope.
SERVICE OVERVIEW
Find the Right Laboratory for Your Testing Needs
Identifying a suitable laboratory for a specific analytical requirement can be challenging. Laboratories may differ in their technical capabilities, available methods, sample requirements, turnaround times and commercial arrangements.
AfroVeritas assists clients in identifying potential external laboratories and assessing their stated capabilities against the specific testing requirements of an assignment.
We also support the comparison of laboratory options and coordinate agreed sample submission, communication and testing progress.
The laboratory selected to perform the analysis remains responsible for the actual testing, its quality controls and the laboratory report issued. AfroVeritas provides independent technical assessment and coordination within the agreed scope.
AREAS OF SUPPORT
How We Support Laboratory Selection and Coordination
Our support covers the identification and assessment of potential laboratory providers, through to the coordination and tracking of agreed testing activities.
Laboratory Identification
Identify potential external laboratories offering the analytical services required for the assignment.
Technical Capability Assessment
Review stated laboratory capabilities against the specific test, analytical method and sample matrix.
Accreditation Scope Review
Examine relevant accreditation information and scope documentation where applicable to the requested testing.
Quotation & Service Comparison
Compare laboratory quotations, turnaround times, sample requirements and reporting arrangements.
Sample Submission & Coordination
Coordinate agreed sample submission, communication and assignment progress with the selected laboratory.
Testing Progress & Report Coordination
Track the testing assignment and receive and transmit laboratory reports in accordance with agreed arrangements.
OUR APPROACH
From Laboratory Identification to Testing Coordination
Each engagement is guided by the client’s testing requirements, the technical suitability of available laboratories and the responsibilities agreed between the client, AfroVeritas and the testing provider.
Review the testing requirements
Understand the required tests, sample type, intended purpose, relevant specifications and expected turnaround time.
Identify and assess laboratories
Identify potential laboratory providers and review their stated capabilities against the specific testing requirements.
Compare options and agree on selection
Compare technical and commercial information, present suitable options and obtain the client’s approval.
Coordinate and track testing
Coordinate agreed sample submission and communication, monitor progress and transmit the laboratory report to the client.
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
Clear Laboratory Options and Coordinated Testing
Deliverables are determined by the agreed assignment scope and may include the following:
- Laboratory Options and Technical Comparison Report
- Laboratory selection recommendation
- Testing coordination plan
- Sample submission and tracking record, where applicable
- Assignment progress updates
- Compilation and transmission of the final laboratory report
INDEPENDENT TECHNICAL COORDINATION
Clear Roles. Transparent Responsibilities.
Laboratory suitability is assessed against the specific analytical requirement. Where accreditation is relevant, the applicable accreditation scope must be examined rather than assumed from a laboratory’s general accreditation status.
AfroVeritas does not claim to perform tests conducted by external laboratories, alter laboratory results or guarantee the performance or regulatory acceptance of a testing provider.
The external laboratory remains responsible for its testing procedures, quality controls and issued analytical report. Our role is to provide independent technical assessment and coordinate agreed activities within a documented scope.
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Tell us about your testing requirements. We will discuss the analytical needs and the appropriate scope of laboratory selection and coordination support.