Cooperations
EA-EUROLAB-EURACHEM
EQALM is an affiliate member in The European joint working group on Proficiency Testing (EEE-PT). This collaborative initiative was established by the European Co-operation for Accreditation (EA), Eurolab, and Eurachem. The group aims to support the use of proficiency testing in laboratories and accreditation processes.
The objective is to promote shared policies and technical guidance to improve the quality and reliability of laboratory testing across Europe. EEE-PT serves as a forum for knowledge exchange, the development of guidelines, and contributions to international standards. The group also collaborates with international organisations to promote harmonisation. More information can be found here.
EFLM-WG-PRE/POST
ICHCLR -The HALMA initiative
Combining results from various EQA providers may provide a powerful tool to monitor harmonization of measurement procedures in the medical laboratory. Therefore, the International Consortium for Harmonization in Laboratory Medicine (ICHCLR) and The European Organisation for External Quality Assurance Providers in Laboratory Medicine (EQALM), have joined forces for an initiative called HALMA.
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Joint WG on EQA in resource limited countries
JCTLM
EQALM is a stakeholder in The Joint Committee for Traceability in Laboratory Medicine (JCTLM) and involved in the planning group of JCTLM Workshops. JCTLM was established in 2002 by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM), the International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (IFCC), and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC). Its mission is to promote global standardization of laboratory test results.
JCTLM supports the development and use of reference materials, measurement procedures, and services to ensure metrological traceability and comparability of results worldwide—contributing to better healthcare and safer trade in medical laboratory devices.
A key resource is the freely accessible JCTLM database, which lists internationally reviewed reference materials, methods, and services that meet ISO standards. More information can be found here.