The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is the leading professional organization for board-certified pathologists and a major provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs. Its mission is to foster and advocate excellence in pathology and laboratory medicine to improve patient care.
Healthcare and medical laboratory policy, pathology and diagnostic standards, laboratory accreditation, proficiency testing, reimbursement and coverage issues affecting pathology, patient safety, quality improvement, public health, and advocacy related to laboratory medicine
Primarily funded by member dues, accreditation and proficiency testing program fees, and related educational and service revenues
PathPAC; CAP Foundation; member-elected Board of Governors; pathologists and laboratory medicine professionals
501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization; professional medical society
