The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) are U.S. federal regulations that establish quality standards for laboratory testing to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of patient test results. CLIA applies to all clinical laboratories that perform tests on human specimens, including those in hospitals, physician offices, and other healthcare settings. The regulations mandate various requirements, including laboratory certification, proficiency testing, and adherence to quality control measures. Overall, CLIA aims to protect public health by ensuring high-quality laboratory services.
CLIA for medical abbreviation means "Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act".
CLIA means Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments.
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36415 is the code for the venipuncture; it does not describe a particular test, so it is not regulated by CLIA.
The purpose of CLIA is to set minimum standards for all laboratories to follow and to determine if laboratories are achieving those standards.
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There is no specific count available for the number of laboratories in the US that are not CLIA certified. However, it is estimated that a small percentage of laboratories may operate without CLIA certification, which is required by federal law to ensure quality and accuracy in diagnostic testing.
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CLIA waived tests are simple laboratory tests categorized as low-risk for incorrect results. They are considered easy to perform with minimal chances of errors when conducted correctly, and therefore do not require stringent laboratory personnel qualifications or extensive quality control measures under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations in the United States.
A test that is not a CLIA waived test typically involves more complex procedures, higher risks, or requires more specialized training to perform accurately. For example, tests such as high-complexity molecular diagnostic tests, including certain genetic tests, or tests that require significant interpretation by a trained professional, are not CLIA waived. These tests usually fall under the categories of moderate or high complexity under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations.