Regarding the Evaluation of Proficiency Testing Results, Which of the Following

question 8

Multiple Choice

Regarding the evaluation of proficiency testing results, which of the following sets the tolerance limit for a given hematology procedure (e.g., hemoglobin) ?

• A) The Joint Commission
• B) CLIA '88
• C) College of American Pathologists
• D) COLA

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