Cervical screening: laboratory testing for human papillomavirus
This document provides information on internal quality control and assurance procedures, and external quality assessment.
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This document is for laboratories performing human papillomavirus (HPV) testing for the NHS Cervical Screening Programme (NHSCSP). It covers:
- internal quality control (IQC)
- internal quality assessment (IQA) procedures and monitoring
- external quality assessment (EQA)
The guidance reflects the standards within ISO15189.
Last updated 25 July 2019 + show all updates
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Updated to provide additional guidance on the use of IQC material and advice on training and competency requirements for staff using a new HPV platform.
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First published.