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Quality Assurance Unit - Scheme Details

Parasitology
PT Number
PT0176
Scheme title
Ectoparasitology
Suitable testing methods
Visual ID
Reporting format
Identification of mites and lice. Results to be entered online with the authorised report published electronically. These will show intended result and results from all participants.
Results to be returned within
14 days
Number of samples in each distribution
3
Sample Type
Images available electronically. A short history and electronic links to the images will be emailed to participants.
Packaging and transport details
N/A
Number of distributions per year
2
Subcontracting
Various aspects of the Proficiency testing schemes may at times be subcontracted. When this occurs it is placed with a competent subcontractor and the Quality Assurance Unit is responsible to the scheme participants for the subcontractors work.
Accreditation status
Non accredited
Date scheme started
2014
For price and detail of distribution months please see price list or contact: vetqas@apha.gov.uk
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