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11. Use proficiency testing in the lab as an investigative tool

Author

Edson, Daniel C. and Stombler, Robin E.

Subjects
Medical tests -- Methods, Laboratories -- Services -- Management -- Equipment and supplies, Company business management, Business, Health care industry
Abstract

Proficiency testing (PT) is an important tool in assessing laboratory performance and identifying problem areas that otherwise may go undetected. While good laboratory practices require a number of quality measures, [...]

Published
2011

15. Management Q&A. Use proficiency testing in the lab as an investigative tool.

Author

Edson, Daniel C. and Stombler, Robin E.

Subjects
*MANAGEMENT, *MEDICAL laboratories, *PATHOLOGICAL laboratories, *PROBLEM solving, *QUALITY assurance
Abstract

The article focuses on the importance of proficiency testing (PT) in the evaluation of laboratory performance. It says that the PT offers individually targeted education and training needs, and assists in the detection and correction of problems affecting patient testing. It mentions several steps to determine the cause of the inadequate PT result such as no clerical inconsistency between the submitted results and the received evaluation and examination of specimen-handling problems.

Published
2011

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