College of American Pathologists
Provides laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing for medical laboratories.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1946
- Employees
- 1,213
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
- Subsidiaries
- CAP Foundation
About
The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is the leading professional association for board-certified pathologists, dedicated to advancing the quality of laboratory medicine worldwide. CAP sets the gold-standard for laboratory accreditation, overseeing nearly 8,000 laboratories and providing rigorous proficiency testing, continuing medical education, and expert guidance on pathology practice. Its membership model fosters collaboration among clinicians, scientists, and industry partners, while its culture of partnership, respect, accountability, communication, and excellence drives continuous improvement in patient care. With a staff of roughly 600 headquartered in suburban Chicago and a Washington, D.C. satellite office, CAP remains at the forefront of shaping policies, standards, and best practices that influence health care delivery globally.