Comparison of acceptable criteria between KEQAS and CAP
| Variable | KEQAS | CAP |
|---|---|---|
| ABO typing | Intended response (80% consensus) | 95% participant or 100% referee consensus |
| RhD typing | Intended response (80% consensus) | 95% participant or 100% referee consensus |
| ABO subgroup typing | Intended response (80% consensus) | No consensus criteria |
| RhCcEe typing | Intended response (80% consensus) | No consensus criteria |
| Unexpected antibody screening | Intended response (80% consensus) | 95% participant or 95% referee consensus |
| Unexpected antibody identification | Intended response (80% consensus) | 95% participant or 95% referee consensus |
| Crossmatch | Intended response (80% consensus) | 95% participant or 100% referee consensus |
| Direct antiglobulin test | Intended response (80% consensus) | 90% participant consensus |
| ABO antibody titration | Mode±1 titers | Mode±2 titers |
Abbreviations: KEQAS, Korean Association of External Quality Assessment Service; CAP, College of American Pathologists.