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EPA Laboratory Services

Background Information

EPA is working to maintain an up-to-date Laboratory Enterprise and continues to make informed decisions regarding the laboratory network. More information on the history of EPA’s Laboratory Enterprise can be found at Background Information on the Laboratory Enterprise.

EPA Laboratory Services

Laboratory Enterprise

EPA’s Laboratory Enterprise (LE) is working to strengthen communication, coordination, and management processes throughout the Agency. Additional information on the Regional, Program, and Office of Research and Development (ORD) Laboratories that comprise the LE can be found at EPA's Laboratory Enterprise.

Laboratory Enterprise Products, Services, & Activities

The Laboratory Enterprise works collaboratively to provide products and services, including sample analysis, field work, method development, validation and evaluation, tools development and use, technical assistance, training and education, quality assurance, and peer review.