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Implementation of the External Quality Assessment Program in Brazil.

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  • 1Department of Clinical Analysis, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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|April 11, 2017
PubMed
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External Quality Assessment (EQA) programs in Brazil ensure disease surveillance accuracy. Both government and private organizations offer accredited EQA, overseen by ANVISA for laboratory regulation.

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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Laboratory Science
  • Public Health Surveillance

Background:

  • External Quality Assessment (EQA) is crucial for laboratory quality in Brazil.
  • The National Health Ministry oversees EQA for diseases under Public Health Department supervision.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the structure and regulation of EQA programs in Brazil.
  • To identify the key regulatory bodies and accredited organizations involved in EQA.

Main Methods:

  • Review of regulatory frameworks governing laboratory EQA in Brazil.
  • Identification of governmental and private entities providing EQA services.

Main Results:

  • The National Health Ministry conducts government-led EQA programs.
  • Private organizations, including the Brazilian Society of Clinical Analysis and the Brazilian Society of Medical Pathology, also provide EQA.
Keywords:
external assessmentproficiency testingquality assurance

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  • The National Agency for Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA) regulates laboratories and oversees these EQA programs.

    • Conclusions:

    • Brazil has a structured system for EQA, involving both public and private sectors.
    • ANVISA's regulatory role ensures the quality and reliability of laboratory testing through EQA programs.