Bio-Reference Laboratories currently holds licenses for testing in New York City, New Jersey, New York State and Connecticut as well as an Interstate license issued by the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) of the Federal Government.

C.L.I.A.	#31D0652945
College of American Pathologists	#12372-01
CMS
Medicare	#301910
Cytology/Pathology	#CY305343
New York State Medicare	#00919177
New York State License	#831716AO
New Jersey State License	#0000283
Maryland State License	#482
Florida State License	#800004934
Medicaid
New York State	#00919177
New York City	#50-002033
New Jersey	#3206408
Radioactive Materials (NRC)	#6858-29-27855-01
DEA Registration	#RB0215726

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Quality Control

Bio-Reference Laboratories strives to produce the most accurate and precise laboratory data for our professional clients. We are justifiably proud of our record of proficiency tests carried out under the auspice of the Departments of Health of New Jersey, New York State, and the College of American Pathologists.

In addition to these proficiency tests, we routinely augment them, on a voluntary basis, with a comprehensive "In-House" program of quality control and assurance. Our internal program-

• Utilizes blind split samples;
  
• Reviews on a daily basis all control data carried out the previous 24 hours;
  
• Monitors short and long term shifts and trends of control data;
  
• Statistically reviews patient means data for the most commonly used tests;
  
• Produces monthly computerized quality assurance reports that compare our results with all other laboratories using the same reagents and methodologies;
  
• Provides regular seminars to all scientific staff, updating them on newer procedures and clinical advances in the field.
  

While Bio-Reference Laboratories utilizes the most modern instrumentation, the continued accuracy of our results depends upon the skills of our senior scientists, medical technologists and technicians. We are particularly proud of our staff who offer dedicated service and quality in a timely manner.

Bio-Reference Laboratories is always open for visits by physicians and their staff. On request we will also provide "In-Service" seminars and talks to any of our clients on a wide range of topics. Our scientific staff have presented papers at many international, national and local meetings and will be happy to discuss your needs. Please call our Client Service Coordinator for additional information.

Reference Ranges:

Most reference ranges are based on limits of the central 95th percentile for the test results from a normal population.

For other test ranges, the reagent manufacturers' suggested ranges are used. By standard definition approximately 5% of the normal population will have results exceeding the reference range, either on the low or high side. A test that falls within the printed reference range may not indicate normalcy however, and its interpretation has to be taken into consideration with all of the clinical and diagnostic features of the patient.

Laboratory Tours:

Interested individuals and groups are welcome to a guided tour of our facilities. Please contact your local Bio-Reference Sales Representative or our Client Service Coordinator for further details.

Laboratory Sales Representatives:

Your sales representative will be pleased to provide you with the following services:

• Information about new procedures, improved tests, and other services;
  
• Coordinating arrangements for a customized laboratory program;
  
• Monthly "Clinical Updates" newsletters;
  
• Ensuring that you receive optimum laboratory service