Error Prevention in the Analytic Phase of the Testing Process
Description:
Intended Audience: Pathologist, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas) Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors, Educator
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
- delineate common sources of error in the analytic phase of the testing process.
- discuss 6 practices that help prevent analytic errors.
- explain CLIA [Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment] regulations that apply to proficiency testing samples.
**Florida licensees, please note: This exercise is NOT intended to fulfill your state education requirement for medical errors. It will fulfill requirements for Supervision / Administration.
