2022Publication, report or update
Requirements for the packaging and transport of pathology specimens and associated materials (fifth edition) has now been updated under Schedule 1 of the Health Insurance (Accredited Pathology Laboratories—Approval) Principles 2017.
What does this mean for Australian pathology laboratories?
All pathology laboratories are required to comply and undergo an accreditation assessment to the fifth edition of Requirements for the packaging and transport of pathology specimens and associated materials.
Please contact your accrediting agency for information on the accreditation cycle and upcoming assessments.
Will there be a hard copy of this standard available?
The Commission will not be printing and distributing hard copies of this document.
This document is uploaded onto the Commission’s website in PDF format which can be downloaded and printed. Noting, printed versions are uncontrolled and may not be current.
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Questions?
Contact the Safety and Quality Advice Centre: AdviceCentre@safetyandquality.gov.au