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The GMP system of preparing, approving, and controlling specifications, procedures, records, and reports so that activities and decisions are evidenced.

Source · WHO TRS 986 Annex 2, §15 Documentation

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  1. Furthermore, your response did not include documentation of any new smoke studies conducted since March 2020.
    FDA · FDA Warning Letter · 2021-07-27
  2. However, there is no documentation that the responsible physician approved the reinstatement of this donor into the plasmapheresis program as required.
    FDA · FDA Warning Letter · 2024-10-15
  3. No supporting documentation was provided to determine how the audits will be conducted (in person vs.
    FDA · FDA Warning Letter · 2023-05-30
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WHO TRS 986 Annex 2, §15 Documentation

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