Types of medical laboratory accreditation in Cameroon and the world?

In Cameroon, medical laboratories can be accredited by the Ministry of Public Health. In the world, medical laboratories can be accredited by various organizations such as:

1. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) - ISO 15189 is the international standard for medical laboratories.

2. The College of American Pathologists (CAP) - CAP accreditation is widely recognized in the United States and internationally.

3. The Joint Commission International (JCI) - JCI accreditation is a global standard for healthcare organizations.

4. The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) - CLIA accreditation is required for all clinical laboratories in the United States that perform testing on human specimens.

5. The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP-ACP) - CAP-ACP accreditation is specific to Canadian medical laboratories.

6. The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) - NATA accreditation is recognized in Australia and New Zealand.

7. The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) - UKAS accreditation is recognized in the United Kingdom and internationally.