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Hematology controls are only used to assess the precision of erythrocyte sedimentation analyzers.
Hematology controls are only used to assess the precision of erythrocyte sedimentation analyzers.
False (B)
Instrument manufacturers usually supply hematology controls with five levels.
Instrument manufacturers usually supply hematology controls with five levels.
False (B)
Quality control in hematology is important to ensure the consistent reliability of sample results.
Quality control in hematology is important to ensure the consistent reliability of sample results.
True (A)
The main purpose of internal QC is to detect errors due to operator performance only.
The main purpose of internal QC is to detect errors due to operator performance only.
Accuracy and precision are the same concept in hematology controls.
Accuracy and precision are the same concept in hematology controls.
Hematology controls are only used to monitor long-term test performance.
Hematology controls are only used to monitor long-term test performance.
A quality control program is not obligatory in a laboratory setting.
A quality control program is not obligatory in a laboratory setting.
Hematology controls guarantee both accuracy and precision of patient results.
Hematology controls guarantee both accuracy and precision of patient results.
Accurate data is always precise.
Accurate data is always precise.
A trend in a Levey-Jennings diagram is always caused by a drift of the instrument.
A trend in a Levey-Jennings diagram is always caused by a drift of the instrument.
A shift in the Levey-Jennings diagram indicates a sudden change in the system.
A shift in the Levey-Jennings diagram indicates a sudden change in the system.
Imprecision is the same as inaccuracy.
Imprecision is the same as inaccuracy.
The ideal situation is when the individual values are far from the target and have large variations.
The ideal situation is when the individual values are far from the target and have large variations.
The Levey-Jennings diagram shows the mean value over time.
The Levey-Jennings diagram shows the mean value over time.
Expired controls or reagents can cause a trend in the Levey-Jennings diagram.
Expired controls or reagents can cause a trend in the Levey-Jennings diagram.
Knowing the root cause of a problem makes it harder to take corrective action.
Knowing the root cause of a problem makes it harder to take corrective action.
Flashcards
Hematology Controls
Hematology Controls
Materials used to monitor the accuracy and precision of hematology tests.
Intra-instrument QC
Intra-instrument QC
Daily quality control measurements within the hematology analyzer.
Assayed Hematology Controls
Assayed Hematology Controls
Quality control samples with known values for various blood components (e.g., different blood cell types, hemoglobin, hematocrit).
Levey-Jennings Chart
Levey-Jennings Chart
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Accuracy in QC
Accuracy in QC
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Precision in QC
Precision in QC
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Accurate and Precise QC Result
Accurate and Precise QC Result
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QC Trend (Levey-Jennings)
QC Trend (Levey-Jennings)
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QC Shift (Levey-Jennings)
QC Shift (Levey-Jennings)
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Imprecision (QC)
Imprecision (QC)
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Internal Quality Control (QC)
Internal Quality Control (QC)
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Regulatory Requirements
Regulatory Requirements
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Analytical Process
Analytical Process
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System Failure
System Failure
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Operator Performance
Operator Performance
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Study Notes
Importance of Quality Control in Hematology
- Hematology controls ensure precise and accurate patient results, meeting accreditation requirements
- Daily measurement of quality control samples is obligatory for intra-instrument quality control
Types of Hematology Controls
- Controls with assayed values for three-part and five-part differential analysis as well as erythrocyte sedimentation controls are available
- They cover multiple blood parameters, including erythrocytes, platelets, granulocytes, lymphocytes, monocytes, hematocrit, hemoglobin, and many more
Purposes of Internal Quality Control (QC)
- Monitoring of the analytical process
- Detection of errors due to system failure, adverse environmental conditions, or operator performance
- Monitoring of long-term test performance
- Providing proof of adequate long-term quality level and complying with regulatory requirements
Accuracy and Precision in Hematology Controls
- Accuracy refers to the ability to achieve the right result
- Precision refers to the ability to achieve the same result over and over again
- Four possible scenarios can occur with hematology controls: accurate and precise, not accurate and precise, not accurate but precise, and accurate but not precise
Scenarios of Accuracy and Precision
1. Accurate and Precise
- Ideal scenario with accurate and precise values
- Levey-Jennings Diagram shows a constant line around the mean
2. Not Accurate and Precise (Trend)
- Neither accurate nor precise values
- Levey-Jennings curve shows a trend, indicating a drift of the instrument
- Possible causes: incorrect use of controls or reagents, expired materials, approaching calibration date, or need for preventative maintenance
3. Not Accurate but Precise (Shift)
- Sudden shift in values
- Precise measurements but not accurate
- Possible causes: part change, reagent lot number change, or environmental changes
4. Accurate but Not Precise (Imprecision)
- Accurate mean value but varying measurements
- Several conditions can cause imprecision
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Description
This quiz assesses knowledge on the importance of quality control in hematology analyzers to ensure accurate patient results and meet accreditation requirements. It covers the role of daily quality control sample measurement and the use of controls supplied by manufacturers.
