India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist

Comprehensive India diagnostic lab quality checklist.

  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Frequency: Daily/Weekly
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: Lab Director/Quality Manager
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: Clinical Establishments Act, NABL Standards, NABH Lab Standards

Documentation

Quality records

  • SOPs available for all tests?
  • QC records maintained?
  • Calibration records up to date?

Specimen Handling

Pre-analytical

  • Specimen collection proper?
  • Transport conditions maintained?
  • Rejection criteria followed?

Analytical Quality

Testing

  • IQC run daily?
  • EQAS participation?
  • Equipment maintained?

Laboratory Safety

Biosafety

  • Biosafety level maintained?
  • PPE used properly?
  • Waste disposed properly?

Infection Prevention & Control

Infection control per CDC/Joint Commission

  • Hand hygiene compliance observed?
  • Isolation precautions followed correctly?
  • Sharps containers not overfilled?
  • Appropriate PPE available and used?

Patient Safety Verification

Patient identification and safety protocols

  • Two-patient-identifier protocol followed?
  • Fall risk assessment completed?
  • Bed in low position with rails up?

Medication Safety

Medication administration and storage safety

  • Medications stored securely?
  • Controlled substance count accurate?
  • No expired medications in stock?

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Why Use This India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist?

This india diagnostic lab quality checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for lab director/quality manager professionals, this checklist covers 22 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily/weekly.

Ensures compliance with Clinical Establishments Act, NABL Standards, NABH Lab Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 22 inspection items across 7 sections: Documentation, Specimen Handling, Analytical Quality, Laboratory Safety, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety Verification, Medication Safety. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily/weekly. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Lab Director/Quality Manager professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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