Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://scholarhub.balamand.edu.lb/handle/uob/7501
Title: College of American pathologists (CAP) - compliant policies for the pathology laboratory
Authors: Dannawi, Mabelle Al
Advisors: Abbas, Nivine 
Keywords: Pathology Department, Policies and procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), College of American Pathologists (CAP), accreditation, quality assurance, patient safety
Issue Date: 2024
Publisher: [Kalhat, Lebanon] : [University of Balamand], 2024
Abstract: 
The pathology department is the key to provide precise diagnosis and efficient patient care,
especially in cancer cases. This project started with a comprehensive literature review then
recommendations were provided according to the literature findings as well as the suggestion
of team. The project last for 4 months. It aimed to carefully examine the general policies and
standard operating procedures (SOPs) at Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC) to identify
whether they adhered to the standards established by the College of American Pathologists
(CAP). The current policies of the hospital were reviewed after the literature review, taking
into account the findings of the literature as well as the requirements of international
standards. It yielded to the revision of 5 general policies and 70 SOPs ensuring that they are
compliant with CAP standards. Furthermore, non-compliant areas were highlighted, and
recommendations were given according to the guidelines of the international standards and
industries.
The policies and procedures had certain flaws and inconsistencies, particularly in
documentation, quality control, and safety procedures disciplines; some of which did not
follow the CAP standards. Adhering to CAP accreditation requirements plays a vital role in
patient safety and maintaining high-quality laboratory services. Obtaining the CAP
accreditation promotes an excellent culture in laboratory practice, thus validating and
implementing the suggestions provided is of utmost importance.
Description: 
Includes bibliographical references (p. 31-32)
URI: https://scholarhub.balamand.edu.lb/handle/uob/7501
Rights: This object is protected by copyright, and is made available here for research and educational purposes. Permission to reuse, publish, or reproduce the object beyond the personal and educational use exceptions must be obtained from the copyright holder
Type: Project
Appears in Collections:UOB Theses and Projects

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