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Proficiency testing

LGC, through its LGC Standards division, is a major international provider of proficiency testing services, with over 20 years' experience in the provision of proficiency testing schemes to laboratories undertaking chemical and microbiological analysis.

We provide chemical and microbiological schemes to the food and drink industries  (meat, dairy) and other food sectors, as well as water, soil and other environmental sectors. Other sectors include brewing, distilling, malting, sugar, forensic analysis, consumer safety and pharmaceuticals. In addition to the variety of schemes offered, we provide managed solutions for in-house proficiency testing providers and training for participants and their customers.

LGC, through its LGC Standards division, has a prominent national, European and international role in the development of policy and guidance for proficiency testing. For further information click here