By: O.J. Bradshaw, MLS (ASCP), Laboratory Specialist OJ Bradshaw, MLS (ASCP), brings 36 years of experience to his role as a laboratory specialist in ACHC's Clinical Laboratory Accreditation Program. Prior to joining ACHC in 2024, he served as a lead medical...
Laboratory Standards
Labs Target Deficiencies to Elevate Compliance
By:James E. Liggins, MBA, Program Director James E. Liggins is the Program Director for the Clinical Laboratory Accreditation program. Prior to joining ACHC in 2022, he was the CEO of LabUniversity, formerly COLA Resources Inc. (CRI). LabUniversity is now a part of...
Maintenance Protocols Drive Testing Accuracy
By: Chris Wetzel, MLS (ASCP) Laboratory Specialist Posted: August 18, 2025Testing quality and equipment accuracy go hand in hand in ACHC-accredited laboratories. Maintenance protocols are essential to reliable testing results. ACHC Laboratory Standards and best...
Ensuring Proper Storage and Temperatures for the Blood Bank
By: O.J. Bradshaw, MLS (ASCP) Laboratory Specialist Posted: July 3, 2025Your laboratory blood bank must have a defined system for storing blood and blood products, and adequate refrigerated space for its needs. The storage system includes: Areas for available,...
Ensuring Personnel Competency at All Levels
By: Chris Wetzel, MLS (ASCP) Laboratory Specialist Posted: May 22, 2025Evaluation of competency is expected for all laboratory testing personnel. This occurs at least twice in the first year that the individual is testing patient specimens and at least annually...




