CLSI (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute) M22-A3 is a guideline document that provides recommendations for the collection, transport, and processing of blood cultures. The document is specifically focused on the best practices for blood culture collection and processing in clinical settings.
Critical terms such as “challenge organisms,” “growth promotion testing,” “inhibitory media,” and “sterility check” are clearly defined. Understanding these is crucial for proper QC implementation. clsi m22a3 pdf