Microbiology QC & EQA
Microbiology testing requires precise and reliable quality assurance to ensure accurate detection and identification of pathogens. QC and EQA measures are essential to monitor performance, detect deviations, and maintain high standards of laboratory diagnostics.
By using validated quality controls and participating in external assessment programs, laboratories can benchmark performance, identify systematic issues early, and continuously improve testing processes. Reliable QC and EQA support regulatory compliance and contribute to patient safety.
Our Microbiology QC and EQA portfolio provides a comprehensive selection of quality controls and external assessment programs to support laboratories across a wide range of microbial assays, helping ensure consistent, reliable results.
Strengthen your microbiology testing with trusted QC & EQA solutions
OPTITROL- Liquid single- or multi-analyte quality controls, produced by an independant supplier associated with donor centers
- ready-to-use vials developed for specific platforms, mimicking a patient sample
- very small dead volume for efficient use
- barcoded controls for traceability
- EDCNet program available for peer to peer group performance analysis
ESfEQA – A variety of external quality assessments for medical laboratories
- enables comparison of performance and results among different test sites
- provides early warning for systematic problems related to kits or operations
- offers objective evidence of testing quality
- highlights areas that need improvement