Requirements for the estimation of measurement of uncertainty (2007 Edition)

This document was published by the National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) whilst under the governance of the Department of Health and Aged Care. From 1 July 2021, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) assumed responsibility for coordinating the National Pathology Accreditation (NPA) Scheme and supporting the development of the pathology accreditation standards.

Requirements for the estimation of measurement of uncertainty (2007 Edition)

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All types of measurements have some inaccuracies and therefore measurement results can only be estimates of the quantities being measured. This new document provides guidance for the degree of variation in measurements that is acceptable. It provides a diverse range of examples for the different disciplines of pathology to consider when estimating measurement.