Emir Ahmet
Experimental Medicine Research and Application Unit, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey
Erkan Adem
Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey
ABSTRACT
The aim of the research is to determine the impact of laboratory accreditation on patient safety and quality care. It guarantees that laboratories are dedicated to the highest standards of quality in the services they offer and promotes a culture of continual development. The voluntary process of laboratory accreditation guarantees that facilities follow strict guidelines, fostering uniformity, accuracy, and dependability in diagnostic testing. Strong quality control procedures, skilled staff, and standardised procedures all demonstrate this dedication to quality. To determine the research, used SPSS software and generated results, including descriptive statistics, correlation coefficients, chi-squares, and regression analyses between them. Accredited laboratories reduce risk, avoid errors, and comply with regulations in addition to providing accurate findings and promoting overall patient safety. The importance of certification in building patient and healthcare provider confidence is emphasised in the study. It draws attention to the value of certification that extends beyond specific labs and fosters a culture of ongoing development and flexibility in response to new obstacles in the healthcare industry. Overall, the result found a significant impact of laboratory accreditation in patient safety and quality care. In the end, the effects of laboratory certification are felt across the healthcare system, strengthening confidence and dependability in the endeavour to provide patients with the best possible treatment.
Keywords: Laboratory Accreditation (LA), Patient Safety (PS), Quality Care (QC).
