Labs will receive their individual PT results as well as the ILC/PT results so they can evaluate their performance in relation to their peers. Individual lab data is confidential; however, cumulative (anonymous) data of all laboratory participants is used for a variety of analyses and may be published in appropriate journals and/or websites. Labs that perform within a specific tolerance are awarded Emerald Test Badges.
Enrollment in the Emerald Test signifies understanding and permission for individual lab results to be provided to Emerald Test personnel for identification of Emerald Badge award recipients.
A signed release of information from the lab is provided to make test results available to regulatory agencies and accreditation bodies.