Certification Boards for Laboratory Directors of High Complexity Testing
Summary
- Lab directors of high complexity testing must hold an earned doctoral degree in a lab science and be certified by an approved board
- Approved certification boards include ABB, ABCC, ABFT, ABMGG, ABMLI, ABMM, ACHI, NRCC, and DMLI
- Some boards also certify non-doctoral individuals
Certification Boards for Laboratory Directors of High Complexity Testing
When it comes to overseeing high complexity testing in a laboratory setting, having a qualified and certified laboratory director is essential. According to 42 CFR 493.1443(b)(3)(i), the laboratory director must meet certain qualifications, including holding an earned doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution and being certified by a board approved by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Approved Certification Boards
Currently, the following certification boards are approved for laboratory directors of high complexity testing:
- ABB – American Board of Bioanalysis
- ABB public health microbiology certification
- ABCC – American Board of Clinical Chemistry
- ABFT – American Board of Forensic Toxicology (limited to individuals with a doctoral degree with Fellow status)
- ABMGG – American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (formerly known as American Board of Medical Genetics)
- ABMLI – American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology (no longer accepting new exam applicants)
- ABMM – American Board of Medical Microbiology
- ACHI - American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (formerly known as American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics)
- NRCC – National Registry of Certified Chemists (limited to individuals with a doctoral degree)
- DMLI – Diplomate in Medical Laboratory Immunology (ASCP Board of Certification)
It's important to note that some of these boards also certify non-doctoral individuals, providing opportunities for a range of qualified professionals to become certified laboratory directors of high complexity testing.
By obtaining certification from one of these approved boards, laboratory directors can ensure they meet the necessary qualifications to oversee high complexity testing and maintain the quality and accuracy of laboratory operations.
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