Types of Documents
A Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) or NCCLS
document is
published as a standard, guideline, or committee report.
Standard
A document developed through the consensus process that clearly
identifies
specific, essential requirements for materials, methods, or practices
for use
in an unmodified form. A standard may, in addition, contain
discretionary
elements, which are clearly identified.
Guideline
A document developed through the consensus process describing
criteria for
a general operating practice, procedure, or material for voluntary use.
A
guideline may be used as written or modified by the user to fit specific
needs.
Report
A document that has not been subjected to consensus review and
is released
by the Board of Directors.
