Our contribution to high quality laboratory services
Laboratory Strengthening and Accreditation
DATOS experts bring extensive experience in laboratory strengthening through the implementation of quality management systems based on ISO 15189 - the international standard that defines the requirements for quality and competence in medical laboratories.
We apply this expertise to support laboratories worldwide in implementing ISO 15189 requirements and progressing toward accreditation.
National Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory of Benin.
Medical Laboratories and ISO 15189
Introducing a quality management system (QMS) is a cornerstone of laboratory strengthening. A well-implemented QMS enhances both performance and capacity, ensuring reliable, accurate, and timely diagnostic services.
The requirements for quality and competence in medical laboratories are defined in ISO 15189, Medical laboratories - Particular requirements for quality and competence. This international standard provides the framework for laboratories to consistently deliver high-quality services and demonstrate technical competence.
DATOS’ Unique Mentoring Approach
We have developed a structured and practical mentoring approach to support medical laboratories around the world in implementing quality management systems.
Our approach has delivered tangible results. Over the past years, our experts have mentored laboratories in countries including Myanmar, Lao PDR, and Sierra Leone in strengthening quality management practices and building sustainable internal capacity.
In addition, DATOS developed educational films on the importance of quality management in health laboratories for the World Health Organization. In these films, laboratory professionals from across the globe share their experiences and highlight the value of implementing a robust quality management system.
In this movie laboratory scientists from all over the world tell about the importance of implementing a quality management system. This movie was developed by DATOS and partners for the World Health Organization.
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