The division of Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety and efficacy of foods, drugs, biological products, medical devices, and cosmetics is:

A. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
B. the Joint Commission
C. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
D. Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)


Answer: C

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