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A graphical presentation of run to run or day to day quality control values is a:
A graphical presentation of run to run or day to day quality control values is a:
An abrupt demonstrated change in the mean is a:
An abrupt demonstrated change in the mean is a:
Qualitative examinations are those that:
Qualitative examinations are those that:
What characteristics/functions do calibrators have?
What characteristics/functions do calibrators have?
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Established measures used to determine how well an organization meets needs and operational performance expectations is referred to as:
Established measures used to determine how well an organization meets needs and operational performance expectations is referred to as:
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A phrase used to describe the location where testing is performed (such as the bedside) is known as:
A phrase used to describe the location where testing is performed (such as the bedside) is known as:
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Under CLIA law, the assaying of materials of known concentration in the same manner as patient samples to substantiate the instrument or test system's calibration throughout the reportable range for the patient test results is:
Under CLIA law, the assaying of materials of known concentration in the same manner as patient samples to substantiate the instrument or test system's calibration throughout the reportable range for the patient test results is:
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What agency determines the complexity of a lab test system?
What agency determines the complexity of a lab test system?
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The FDA Modernization Act of 1997 amended CLIA 1988's criteria for waived testing to state that:
The FDA Modernization Act of 1997 amended CLIA 1988's criteria for waived testing to state that:
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Devices based on electrophoretic principles are used in the clinical laboratory to perform all of the following except to:
Devices based on electrophoretic principles are used in the clinical laboratory to perform all of the following except to:
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Given %T, how is absorbance calculated?
Given %T, how is absorbance calculated?
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The chemistry methodology that is based on the fact that substances of clinical interest selectively absorb or emit electromagnetic energy at different wavelengths is:
The chemistry methodology that is based on the fact that substances of clinical interest selectively absorb or emit electromagnetic energy at different wavelengths is:
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Which of the following electrophoresis support materials separates proteins on the basis of charge and molecular size?
Which of the following electrophoresis support materials separates proteins on the basis of charge and molecular size?
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In order for a laboratory to handle TB sputum and TB materials, the laboratory must operate at a:
In order for a laboratory to handle TB sputum and TB materials, the laboratory must operate at a:
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Prohibiting mouth pipetting is an example of:
Prohibiting mouth pipetting is an example of:
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The new Safety Data Sheets (S.D.S.) will require ______ specific sections, ensuring consistency in the presentation of the information.
The new Safety Data Sheets (S.D.S.) will require ______ specific sections, ensuring consistency in the presentation of the information.
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All of the following are bloodborne pathogens except:
All of the following are bloodborne pathogens except:
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Study Notes
Quality Control Tools
- The Levey-Jennings chart is utilized for graphical presentations of quality control values over time.
- A "shift" indicates an abrupt change in the mean of quality control values.
Testing Characteristics
- Qualitative examinations yield non-numerical results, important for certain testing contexts.
- Calibrators are essential as they contain known analyte amounts to ensure accurate measurements.
Quality Management
- Quality indicators assess how well an organization meets operational performance expectations.
- Point of care testing is a term for testing performed at the location of patient care, such as at the bedside.
Regulatory Compliance
- Calibration verification involves using materials of known concentration to ensure calibration accuracy under CLIA law.
- The FDA determines the complexity of laboratory test systems.
Legislation and Testing Standards
- The FDA Modernization Act of 1997 established simpler methodologies for waived testing under CLIA 1988, ensuring minimal risk of erroneous results.
Clinical Laboratory Techniques
- Electrophoretic devices separate proteins but do not measure emission spectra.
- Absorbance calculation from %T is done using the formula: 2 - log %T.
- Spectrophotometry is based on the selective absorption or emission of electromagnetic energy by substances at different wavelengths.
- Agarose gel is a support material in electrophoresis used to separate proteins by charge and size.
Biosafety and Best Practices
- Handling of TB materials requires laboratories to operate at a biosafety level of 2+ or 3.
- Prohibition of mouth pipetting is an established best practice to prevent contamination and ensure safety.
Safety Regulations
- New Safety Data Sheets (SDS) will include 16 specific sections to present information consistently.
- Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) is not classified as a bloodborne pathogen, unlike HBV, HCV, and HIV.
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