Preanalytical phase for transfusion medicine and blood bank laboratory – tasks to complete
1 Abbott GmbH Max-Planck-Ring 2, 65205, Wiesbaden, Germany.
2 Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Mickeviciaus g. 9, Kaunas, Lithuania.
3 Abbott GmbH, 200 Abbott Park Road, Abbott Park, IL 60064.
4 Abbott Laboratories GmbH, DAFZA, P.O. Box 32002, Dubai, UAE.
5 Abbott Laboratories, 100 Abbott Park Rd, Abbott Park, IL 60064.
Review
Open Access Research Journal of Science and Technology, 2021, 03(01), 063–069.
Article DOI: 10.53022/oarjst.2021.3.1.0062
Publication history:
Received on 07 October 2021; revised on 15 November 2021; accepted on 17 November 2021
Abstract:
Background: This review describes and evaluates the most relevant preanalytical errors and their impact on subsequent laboratory diagnostics. Quality management for laboratory processes remains extremely important, despite current advancements in information technologies and fully automated routine procedures.
Methods: This review is focused on specific preanalytical requirements for the blood bank and transfusion laboratory. Conclusions are done based on literature review.
Results: Human errors, or lack of procedures, continue to be the cause of many errors within laboratory processes. The medical laboratory needs an impetus and stipulation to improve processes, to help eliminate errors, and meet regulatory guidelines.
Conclusions: General preanalytical rules exist for clinical and research laboratories but differences in laboratory specialty and provided services influence compliance
Keywords:
Transfusion Medicine; Laboratory; Preanalysis; Preanalytical errors; Quality Management.
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