Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology Expands ISO 17025 Accreditation

PHOENIX, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with World Accreditation Day, Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology announced today that it has obtained an expansion of scope for its ISO 17025 (ISO/IEC 17025:2005) accreditation to include paternity and familial relationship testing. 

Since 2006, Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology has maintained ISO 17025 accreditation from ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board/FQS covering biological screening, DNA for forensic casework, and DNA databasing for CODIS. The recent addition of paternity and familial relationships to this scope provides additional international recognition of the testing performed by Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology, and continues to assure customers of the quality of results generated by the laboratory.

Nicole Bolin, Director of Relationship Testing at Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology describes that "The new relationship scope added to our accreditation confirms the longstanding commitment our company has to quality and customer satisfaction. In addition, this has been conferred by an organization recognized for excellence around the world." 

The expansion of scope is one more step in supporting clients internationally. Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology currently receives samples from over 100 countries throughout the world.  Mike Cariola, CEO and President of parent company, The Bode Technology Group, Inc. adds "The world is interconnected and having this prestigious, internationally recognized standard originally in Virginia and now in Arizona, ensures that the testing we conduct in all of our laboratories is to the highest quality standards and can be accepted in any country." 

Along with ISO 17025 accreditation, Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology holds AABB accreditation for relationship testing activities, and certification from the State of New York Department of Health in parentage and relationship testing. Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology currently performs over 60,000 DNA tests per year for relationship purposes with results available within two days of receipt at the laboratory. 

About Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology

Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology,  an analytical laboratory, provides DNA testing services for immigration and private paternity.  It specializes in DNA analysis for paternity, family reconstruction, ancestry and research and development. The company also offers infidelity testing, adoption reunion, and forensic DNA testing services. Formerly known as Chromosomal Laboratories, Inc., Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology was founded in 2004, is based in Phoenix, Arizona, and is a subsidiary of The Bode Technology Group, Inc. 

The quality DNA testing services provided by Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology are nationally and internationally recognized by professional accrediting organizations, AABB and ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board/FQS.  For additional information on Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology and its U.S. and international reach, please contact us at [email protected].

Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology
1825 West Crest Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85027
United States

Founded in 2004
Phone: 623-434-0292
Fax: 623-321-6118
www.chromosomal-labs.com

About The Bode Technology Group, Inc.

The Bode Technology Group, Inc. provides a comprehensive set of state-of-the-art forensic DNA collection products, analysis services, and research services to law enforcement, justice system, and other government agencies around the world.  Operating one of the most internationally respected private DNA laboratories, forensic DNA experts have assisted in identifying criminals in every state in the United States, and played a key role in the exoneration of numerous individuals.  In addition, The Bode Technology Group, Inc. provides immigration and paternity testing worldwide through subsidiary Chromosomal Labs Bode Technology.  Finally, The Bode Technology Group, Inc. has been instrumental in the identification of victims of natural disasters, war, crime, and terrorism, including the attack on the World Trade Center.

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