For in vitro diagnostic medical devices used on an outpatient basis, the frequency of verification of the consistency referred to in Article D. 6211-8 is determined by the recommendations referred to in 2° of Article L. 161-37 of the French Social Security Code or those resulting from scientific evidence, or by the prescriptions contained in the instruction leaflet for the in vitro diagnostic medical device concerned if the latter are more stringent. In all cases, consistency is checked at least once a year.
When the sample is taken for the medical biology examination, the patient or the person who usually carries out the test carries it out in the presence of the medical biologist or under his responsibility. The result of the test is collected by the medical biologist or under his responsibility.
If necessary, this healthcare professional reminds the patient or the person who usually carries out the test of the general conditions for using the measuring equipment concerned.