The ICCS Quality and Standards committee is dedicated to the optimization of fundamental flow cytometric testing components. Its purpose is to identify major areas of variability, determine critical components needing standardization, develop and define acceptability standards and criteria, and provide guidance and measures for practical implementation in the laboratory. This group will work closely with the ICCS education committee and other entities as necessary.
The Q&S committee is comprised of 4 groups (instrument optimization, reagents and panels, specimen preparation and reporting) which will address the most common areas of variability in flow cytometry. The information will be presented in peer-reviewed "modules" with the goal to provide the laboratory staff with a practical reference guide in optimizing their procedures. These modules can be viewed below.Interested in joining the Quality and Standards Committee? Use the link on the right to download the application and submit it to info@cytometry.org.