NZS/ISO 15189:2007 PDF Download

The NZS/ISO 15189:2007 standard outlines the specific requirements for competence and quality that are unique to medical laboratories. It covers various aspects of medical laboratory services, including requisition processes, patient preparation, sample collection, transportation, storage, processing, examination of clinical samples, validation, interpretation, reporting, and advice. The standard also emphasizes the importance of safety and ethics in medical laboratory work.

This standard serves as a basis for recognizing the competence of medical laboratories. However, it should be noted that conformity to this standard does not imply conformity of the quality management system within which the laboratory operates to all the requirements of ISO 9001. Additionally, it is important to highlight that this standard is not intended for certification purposes. The NZS/ISO 15189:2007 is identical to and adopted from the ISO 15189:2007 standard.