Workshop
AABB Workshop
Sunday September 12th, 2021 // 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The AABB Standards for Relationship Testing Laboratories may be purchased prior to the workshop at AABB.org
Description:
This workshop will address AABB accreditation related topics, including the accreditation process, Relationship Testing Standards, proficiency testing, validations, and calculations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Common Nonconformances to the AABB Standards for Relationship Testing and how to avoid them.
- An introduction to the initial accreditation process and requirements to maintain accreditation.
- Changes to the 15th Edition of the Standards for Relationship Testing Laboratories, Effective January 1, 2022
- Outcomes of recent proficiency tests and complex relationship testing calculations.
- A policies update from the Department of Homeland Security.
Intended Audience:
Current AABB members as well as anyone interested in the AABB Accreditation Program for Relationship Testing Facilities.
For questions regarding this workshop contact Marsha Deitz.
Tentative Agenda:
Topic | Speaker |
AABB Accreditation Program Updates and Common Nonconformances | Marsha Dietz, MBA, MT (ASCP), CQA (ASQ), Staff Lead Assessor, Relationship Testing, AABB |
Complex Calculations | TBA |
Changes to the 15th Edition of the Standards for Relationship Testing Laboratories, Outcomes of recent proficiency testing programs. | Chair of the AABB Relationship Testing Standards Committee |
Policies Update | Representative from the United States Department of Homeland Security |
Speakers

Marsha DeitzChair
AABB
Marsha Deitz has worked for AABB as the staff Lead Assessor for Relationship Testing since January 2010. Marsha is a Certified Quality Auditor with ASQ, a certified lead auditor for ISO/IEC 17025, a forensic scientist and licensed Medical Technologist.
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