Title: Preanalytical quality improvement : from dream to reality

Authors: Lippi, G.

Place: [Berlin etc.

Publisher: De Gruyter]

Year: 2011

Journal: Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine (CCLM)

Volume: vol. 49, no. 7

PAGE: 1113--1126

Subject: Laboratory Quality Strengthening

Keywords: health services, scientific facilities, standardization

Abstract: Preanalytical errors account for nearly 60%-70% of all problems occurring in laboratory diagnostics. Standardization and monitoring preanalytical variables is of foremost importance. This article aims to provide readers with updates on the total quality management of the preanalytical phase.

URL: https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.1515/CCLM.2011.600/html

Document type: E-article