Do we need to accredit proficiency testing schemes?
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1432-0517
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Key words Proficiency testing ; Accreditation ; Quality assurance ; International recognition
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Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
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Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Abstract  Proficiency testing (PT) is being increasingly used as an important quality assurance tool for laboratories. The subject of quality of the providers of PT schemes has been discussed increasingly in recent years. Some countries have implemented systems for the accreditation of PT schemes. This paper looks at the background to the accreditation of PT schemes, the likely mechanisms which could be employed for accreditation, and some of the practical aspects.
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Electronic Resource
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