[norms, criteria, standards, and other direct qualitative and quantitative measures used in determining the quality of diagnostic procedures or equipment; may also include activities and programs intended to assure or improve the quality of diagnoses in either a defined medical setting or a program; levels of excellence which characterize the diagnostic service or care provided based on accepted standards of quality. ( CSP )]
UMLS (CSP) C0178593 Relation/PAR: Diagnosed
Relation/CHD: diagnosis procedure safety