HLA: complete traceability of actions carried out

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HLA: complete traceability of actions carried out

Effective management of traceability in the HLA process is of paramount importance in the medical field, particularly in transplantation and immunology. HLA (Human Leukocyte Antigen) plays a fundamental role in the immune system, and its analysis is crucial in determining compatibility between donors and recipients for organ and tissue transplants.

Traceability in the HLA process ensures the reliability and validity of test results. It enables every stage of the process to be tracked, from sample collection to data analysis, sample preparation and report generation. Effective traceability management ensures transparency, facilitates problem-solving and boosts the confidence of patients and healthcare professionals in test results.

The challenges of traceability management in the HLA process:

  • HLA processes involve a significant amount of data, including information from donors, recipients, samples, reagents and test results. Managing this complexity requires robust IT systems and clear protocols.
  • The field of transplantation is subject to strict standards to guarantee patient safety. Compliance with regulatory standards (ISO 22870, COFRAC and EFI accreditations) ensures data traceability, from the screening phase through to identification, including MFI recovery, guaranteeing comprehensive management of antibody results for complete care.
  • Data in the HLA process may be subject to changes, such as updates to test results or error correction. Accurate tracking of these changes is crucial to maintaining data integrity.

 

Solutions for efficient traceability management:

  • Laboratories specializing in HLA can benefit from implementing integrated IT systems that automatically track every step of the process, from sample collection to report generation.
  • It is essential to train staff on the importance of traceability and the procedures to follow to ensure its integrity. Increased awareness can help reduce human error and improve data quality.
  • Regular internal and external audits and quality controls ensure that traceability processes comply with established standards and regulatory requirements.

 

To meet these challenges, Inlog offers an HLA module that integrates traceability management into the HLA process.

Featuring a user-friendly interface and advanced functionalities, Inlog’s HLA module enables laboratories to:

  • efficiently manage their antibody results,
  • ensure the reliability of their analyses and diagnoses,
  • maintain the consistency and quality of their HLA data,
  • adapt to new HLA nomenclatures.

 

By choosing Inlog‘s HLA module, laboratories can improve their operational efficiency and offer high-quality services in the field of transplantation and immunology, while guaranteeing data security.

Inlog‘s HLA module is CE, ISO 15189, ISO 17025, ISO 22870 certified, and COFRAC and EFI accredited.

 

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