Observational analysis highlights pre-analytical errors in laboratory testing, suggesting improvements in sample handling and preparation.
Many errors occur in the pre-analytical phase of laboratory testing, such as during patient preparation, sample collection, handling, storage and transport. Understanding how to minimise these errors is key to optimising the utility of laboratory tests.
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