Controle de qualidade em laboratórios citopatológicos da rede SUS

Abstract

ABSTRACT Introduction: Quality control (QC) is a necessary action to determine laboratory standards, from the beginning of exam collection to the release of results, through monitoring indicators classified as pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases, aiming for the service provided health to the population to guarantee the reliability of the information offered, and that the patient has a correct diagnosis and prognosis. Objective: To evaluate the importance of practicing quality control in SUS cytopathology laboratories. Methodology: A descriptive literature review was carried out, according to the keywords: “quality control”; “cytopathological laboratories”; “quality control manual”; “cytopathological laboratories in the SUS”. Results: During the searches, different studies demonstrated the importance of the QC of cytological exams, as it is considered a subjective method. It is necessary to follow the guidelines of the Quality Management Manual for Cytopathology Laboratory and the Ordinances, establishing criteria for quality assessment. Conclusion: This study provided a more in-depth view of the importance of developing QC for a cytopathology laboratory in the SUS. And to avoid analytical errors at any stage, continuing education for professionals is necessary. Keywords: Quality control. Cytopathological laboratories. Quality control manual. Cytopathological laboratories at SUS.