Genetic testing : a survey of quality assurance and proficiency standards.

Format:

Book

Government document

Contributor:

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

Language:

English

French

Subjects (All):

Human chromosome abnormalities--Diagnosis--Standards.

Human chromosome abnormalities.

Laboratories--Standards.

Laboratories.

Scientific surveys--OECD countries.

Scientific surveys.

Human chromosome abnormalities--Diagnosis--International cooperation.

Human chromosome abnormalities--Diagnosis.

International cooperation.

OECD countries.

Physical Description:

130 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm

Place of Publication:

Paris : OECD, [2007]

Language Note:

Text in English, with summary in English and French.

Summary:

This report presents the results of a survey of over 800 genetic testing laboratory directors in 18 OECD countries. It provides the first detailed overview of the availability and extent of molecular genetic testing across OECD member countries. The survey allowed the OECD to compare practices in individual countries in order to inform international action in setting standards and developing guidelines for practice. Based on the survey results, the report puts forward recommendations for action for better quality assurance and proficiency of molecular genetic testing. It shows, for example, that requirements for licensing and accreditation/certification of diagnostic molecular genetic testing laboratories have not penetrated OECD countries to a high degree or with any consistency. Considerable variations exist in mechanisms of licensing, certification and accreditation, including the standards by which tests are performed, results are reported, and the qualifications for laboratory personnel.--Publisher's description.

Contents:

Quality assurance in molecular genetic testing : results of a survey of 18 countries

Transborder flow and rare diseases

Report writing

Consent, storage and confidentiality

Licensing, accreditation, certification and proficiency testing

Education and training

Conclusions and recommendations.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9789264032019

9264032010

OCLC:

181345616