Laboratory Quality Assurance Program

Design a laboratory QA program for {lab_name}. Lab type: {lab_type}. Testing scope: {testing_scope}. Regulatory requirements: {regulations}. Create: 1) Method validation/verification protocol (accuracy, precision, linearity, LOD/LOQ, robustness), 2) Equipment qualification and calibration program (IQ/OQ/PQ, calibration schedules), 3) Proficiency testing and inter-laboratory comparison schedule, 4) Sample management lifecycle (receipt, storage, testing, retention, disposal), 5) Data integrity framework (ALCOA+ principles), 6) Analyst competency assessment and training, 7) Quality control charting and trending, 8) Internal audit and management review program. Include OOS/OOT investigation procedures and measurement uncertainty estimation.