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Evaluates ISO 15189:2022 Readiness: Helps laboratories assess their preparedness for COLA ISO accreditation. - Reviews Six Key Areas: Covers general requirements, governance, resources, laboratory processes, the management system and point-of-care testing (if applicable). - Identifies Gaps: Documents conformances, non-conformances and opportunities for improvement. - Prioritizes Corrective Actions: Provides space to record supporting evidence, notes and the priority level of identified gaps. - Outlines Next Steps: Guides laboratories through self-assessment, corrective preparation, the assessor visit, corrective action planning and the three-year accreditation process. ### Fill out the form to receive your download! ![ColaUpdatedLogoStackedWhiteBackground](https://education.cola.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ColaUpdatedLogoStackedWhiteBackground.png?width=255&height=93&name=ColaUpdatedLogoStackedWhiteBackground.png)   9881 Broken Land Pkwy Suite 200 | Columbia, MD 21046-3016 Phone: (800) 981-9883 | Fax: (410) 381-8611 | Email: info@cola.org Copyright © 2022 COLA Inc. 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