Pathology accreditation standards

The pathology accreditation standards used in Australia protect the public from harm and ensure consistency in pathology practice.

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National pathology accreditation standards

The National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) is responsible for developing and maintaining the accreditation standards for Australian pathology laboratories. The standards are categorised into four main tiers as follows:

Current consultations

Review of the National Pathology Accreditation Scheme

Closing 13 October 2023

The Commission, in collaboration with the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) and the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), is undertaking a two-staged consultation of the pathology sector on the National Pathology Accreditation Scheme.

    Upcoming consultations

    Review of the national pathology accreditation standards

    TBA

    The Commission, in partnership with the NPAAC, is undertaking a review of the national pathology accreditation standards.

    NPA Scheme news and announcements

    Links

    • National Pathology Accreditation Scheme

      The National Pathology Accreditation (NPA) Scheme provides for the Australia-wide coordination of accreditation processes for pathology laboratories in Australia.

    • Resources for the pathology standards

      Resources that support clinicians, service providers and accrediting agencies by providing guidance on the requirements for pathology laboratories to be accredited

    • National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council

      The National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) is responsible for developing and maintaining the accreditation standards for pathology laboratories in Australia.

    • Safety and Quality Advice Centre

      The Advice Centre provides support for pathology services, assessors and accrediting agencies on pathology accreditation standards implementation.

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