Proficiency Testing Programs
Standardize Your Hematopoietic Colony Forming Unit (CFU) Assay
Evaluate your ability to perform all the steps of the CFU assay, as well as upstream events such as cell thawing, dilution, inoculation, and plating through our Proficiency Testing programs. Participants are provided with a cell sample, MethoCult™ medium, additional reagents and supplies, and the detailed instructions required to perform the CFU assay. The results from all participants are analyzed and compared to the cohort mean according to guidelines outlined in ISO 13528.
Why Use Our Proficiency Testing Programs?
- Compare your progenitor counts to other centers worldwide.
- Cohort data is represented with dot plots and histograms.
- Identify areas that may benefit from continued education and training.
Annual Proficiency Testing Program Schedule
Please note that availability is limited. To ensure your participation in the program, register at your earliest convenience once registration opens.
Important Program Notes
- Documents provided in past kit shipments are now available online. For more information, go to the Protocols and Documentation section on the corresponding session page linked above.
- A final report will be created and emailed to all participants approximately 6 weeks after the data submission deadline. Data submitted outside of the submission deadline will not be included in the final report.
- Proficiency Testing Programs are only available in certain territories. Please contact your sales representative or proficiency@stemcell.com for more information.
- The Fresh Cord Blood Proficiency Testing Program is only available in North America and currently on hold. Please sign up for program status updates.
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