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Laboratory Ethics Rules (Quality Manual, Version 3, Exhibit B)

1. The basic principle governing the operation of the clinical laboratory of VIOIATRIKI LEMESSOU LTD is the top priority in good condition and health of patients. Although there is a commercial connection between laboratory services and patients in any event the laboratory gives priority to the interests of patients .

2. The laboratory treats all patients fairly and equally , without discrimination.

3. The laboratory collects sufficient information to identify the patients , which allow conducting examinations and other proceedings of the workshop, but not collect personal information that is not necessary .

4. Each patient is informed of the information collected and the purpose for which they are collected .

5. The laboratory may also collect information on invoicing for financial control and resource management and the safety of staff and other patients when it transmitted diseases.

6. The staff of the laboratory undertakes to protect the confidentiality of the personal data of the patients and will not transfer in any case personal data of the patients and any information of the Company VIOIATRIKI LEMESOU LTD to any third party that is not directly interested.

7. The collection of original sample for conducting the tests carried out in each case with the consent of the patient. Before sampling is informing patients of the sampling design . In case of special sampling procedures , where there is a possibility of complications , the laboratory provides more detailed explanations and , where necessary , ask the informed consent of the patient.

8. When sampling laboratory staff takes into account and respects social, cultural or religious identity of patients.

9. In exceptional or urgent situations, the initial sample collection may take place without the consent of the patient, but always keeping in mind that it is beneficial for the patient. In such cases the laboratory aims to get the informed consent of his / her spouse or relative of the patient First Grade .

10. The laboratory takes care to ensure the required discretion and privacy (privacy) during both sampling and receipt of samples, and during the process of collecting the necessary information.

11. Where examinations require providing expert advice , the laboratory shall ensure that the results indicate serious complications not communicated directly to patients without proper advice Scientist .

12. The laboratory reject samples are delivered in a condition unsuitable for the requested examination, after informing the patient and / or physician responsible applicant.

13. The staff of the laboratory handles the samples of the patients and the rest of them according to the requirements of the Legislation.

14. The Management and the staff of the laboratory are not subject to any commercial, financial or other pressure or influence, which could negatively affect the quality of their work.

15. The Administration and the staff of the laboratory are not involved in any activities that could reduce confidence in competence, impartiality, professional judgment or integrity of operation.

16. All laboratory tests carried out in accordance with the appropriate procedures and with the expected for the laboratory and medical profession skill level .

17. The laboratory categorically rejects any falsification of laboratory results, and any financial transaction authorizes doctors or commercial companies .

18. If there are conflicts of interest, these will be openly and appropriately reported to patients and clients.

19. The results of clinical tests for a specific patient are confidential . The results communicated in the same patient and / or competent practitioner and may be communicated to third parties only with the consent of the patient or as specified by law.

20. The results of the exam, without patient identification may be used for epidemiological, demographic or other statistical studies.

21. The laboratory is responsible for the proper reporting and the proper interpretation of laboratory results .

22. The laboratory ensures the retention of data and medical information so as to avoid loss , unauthorized access and misuse . Curing time of Workshop files is determined by the type of file , the usefulness and importance of contents for the health of patients .

23. Access to medical records of a patient is allowed :
• The person requesting the review,
• The personnel of the laboratory for the performance of his duties,
• Anyone is authorized by the applicant.

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