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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Program for the Accreditation of Laboratories (PALCAN) at the Standards Council of Canada (SCC):

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Are only labs in Ontario or Quebec eligible to become accredited through the Medical Laboratories program?
How can I find out if an organization is accredited / recognized by the Standards Council? AND How do I verify the scope or fields of activity of that accreditation / recognition?
What does it mean when you say that medical labs are "accredited" under the Medical Laboratories program?
What is involved in the laboratory accreditation process?
What is the nature of SCC's relationship with its laboratory full service partners?
Who can apply for accreditation under the Medical Laboratories program?
Why would I seek accreditation under the joint Medical Laboratories program? Why isn't recognition by one of the partners enough?

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