The government regulation of clinical laboratory quality in China / 中华检验医学杂志

ABSTRACT

Over the past years efforts have been made by the government to improve the management of clinical laboratories.The government activities such as networking of quality assurance, development and implementation of clinical laboratory standards, and establishment of external quality control mechanisms have facilitated the improvement of clinical laboratory quality.Further definition and integration of clinical laboratory services, introduction of clinical laboratory pathologists and consultation and establishment of a permission mechanism are needed for improving the effectiveness of clinical laboratory services.Government regulations will continue to play an essential role in the clinical improvement process.