College of American Pathologists

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) partners with laboratories worldwide to elevate the quality of laboratory medicine with best in-class solutions designed to drive operational excellence, achieve di agnostic confidence, and ensure the best patient care. Laboratories rely on the CAP for: Laboratory accreditation programs to improve quality and reduce risk

• 700+ PT/EQA programs to ensure accurate results across all disciplines, many with complimentary enrollment for online continuing education

• Protocols and guidelines to improve cancer reporting and clinical decision making

• Quality improvement tools to improve processes and strengthen staff competency

Built on a foundation of pathologist expertise, the CAP supports customers in rapidly responding to changes in laboratory medicine. Empowering laboratories to achieve higher quality standards, the CAP offers its core Laboratory Accreditation Program and specialty accreditation programs for biorepository, reproductive, and forensic drug testing. For laboratories pursuing ISO 15189 recognition, the CAP 15189 program aligns with the updated ISO standards.