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What is HistoQIP?
HistoQIP is a quality assurance program for histopathology, jointly sponsored by the National Society for Histotechnology (NSH) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
HistoQIP improves histologic slide preparation in anatomic pathology laboratories. In this educational program, an expert panel of pathologists, histotechnologists, and histotechnicians evaluates submitted slides for histologic technique using uniform grading criteria. Participants receive a laboratory-specific evaluation and a participant summary with performance benchmarking, commentary from evaluators, and peer comparison data.
NSH members who have completed at least one year of membership are welcome to apply to be a HistoQIP grader.
General Histotechnology Programs
Biopsy Programs
- HistoQIP Biopsy Series - HQIPBX
- HistoQIP Gastrointestinal Biopsy - HQBX1
- HistoQIP Dermatologic Biopsy - HQBX2
- HistoQIP Urogenital Tract Biopsy - HQBX3
- HistoQIP Gynecological Biopsy - HQBX4
Whole Slide Image
Special Studies Programs
Histotechnology Resources
- Practical Tips to Assist Implementation of Whole Slide Imaging
- Practical Guide to Specimen Handling
- H&E Troubleshooting Guide
- IHC Troubleshooting Guide
CAP publications available for purchase through CAP Press Publications.
Histologic Preparations: Common Problems and Their Solutions (PUB123)
Richard W. Brown, MD, FCAP
Quality Management in Anatomic Pathology (PUB125)
Qihui “Jim” Zhai, MD, FCAP; Gene P. Siegal, MD, PhD, FCAP
