The guideline can be used by referring laboratories seeking a broad spectrum of services, a limited number of esoteric examinations, or a possible backup service provider for examinations provided by the referring laboratory. This guideline is not meant as the only way to qualify, select, and evaluate referral laboratories; referring laboratories are free to modify the suggested criteria with the caveat not to delete criteria that reflect international, national, regional, local, or organizational requirements.
CLSI GP09-A2-2012 history
2012CLSI GP09-A2-2012 Quality Management System: Qualifying, Selecting, and Evaluating a Referral Laboratory; Approved Guideline - Second Edition