Medical Laboratory Accreditation White Paper

Learn about the benefits and challenges of implementing ISO 15189:2012 Medical laboratories–Requirements for quality and competence, the most recognized and accepted standard for medical laboratory accreditation.
In this paper you will learn how:
- Implementation of ISO 15189 standard requirements improved the overall quality of laboratories, not only for the tests under the scope of accreditation, but all tests performed in the laboratory.
- Accredited medical laboratories will be able to demonstrate their competence to their users and the society.
- A laboratory must overcome challenges on the road to accreditation.
- Poor quality in a laboratory can have significant consequences that can result in increased cost in time and work, as well as poor patient outcomes.
- Management commitment and resources can make ISO 15189 compliance an achievable and sustainable goal.
This White Paper is made available by the International Accreditation Service (IAS), an accreditation body based in United States. Accreditation services are made available globally. www.iasonline.org |