Which service does the College of American Pathologists' accreditation program accommodate?

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation program is specifically designed to assess and improve the quality of laboratory services. It is mainly focused on laboratory medicine, which includes pathology and laboratory testing services. Forensic drug testing is a specialized area that falls under the umbrella of laboratory services, making it a suitable candidate for CAP accreditation. This program ensures that laboratories meet stringent quality standards and protocols required for accurate and reliable forensic testing, which is essential for legal and regulatory compliance.

Pharmacy operations, home health care, and mammography do not directly fall under the CAP's purview. Pharmacy operations are typically regulated by pharmacy boards, home health care involves a range of healthcare services outside the laboratory context, and mammography is accredited through the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and not specifically by CAP. Therefore, forensic drug testing is the appropriate answer as it directly aligns with the focus of the College of American Pathologists’ accreditation program.