Ensuring tissue banking activities are performed in a professional and safe manner
About the AATB Accreditation Program
To help ensure that tissue banking activities are performed in a professional manner consistent with the AATB’s Standards, the Association initiated an Accreditation Program for tissue establishments in 1986. AATB accreditation is based on the Standards and policies developed by the Association. Accredited Institutional Members receive reduced member rates for AATB meetings and workshops, and publications.
Accredited Establishments Are
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Committed
Accredited establishments are committed to ensuring a safe supply of donated human tissue for transplant, research, and education.
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Compliant
Accredited establishments have successfully completed a rigorous inspection process and have been deemed to be compliant with AATB’s Standards.
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Trusted
Accredited establishments have demonstrated their respect for donor families and their commitment to quality and safety by participation in the AATB Accreditation Program.
Accreditation Process for New Applicants
In order to apply for accreditation, the following qualifications must be met for new applicants:
- Must comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Must be fully operational and compliant to AATB Standards at least six (6) months prior to the date of the application.
- Must have at least (6) months of sufficient records for each type of activity performed.
Once the applicant meets the above qualifications, then the new applicant interest form can be completed online. AATB's Accreditation Department will use the information provided in the application to determine if an applicant is eligible and ready to apply for accreditation.
Start the Accreditation Process
Inspections are performed by a highly qualified team of independent contract assessors. Following the inspection, a report is reviewed by the Accreditation Committee, comprised of AATB members from the tissue banking community with expertise in evaluating quality systems and regulatory compliance.
The committee makes the determination if a tissue establishment is qualified for accreditation based on the report, response, and any follow-up information provided by the establishment during the evaluation process.
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