Summary and analysis of the mycology proficiency testing survey results of the College of American Pathologists. 1976-1979.

The results of the CAP Mycology Proficiency Testing Survey Programs for 1976 through 1979 are summarized and analyzed. There has been a slight, but definite, improvement in participant performance over this four year period and considerable improvement over the performance of 1972. The problems in analyzing participant performance are reviewed. The Survey Program itself is examined in the light of the stated objectives, and areas for improvement noted.