Description:
A
light-hearted look at preanalytical error through humorous memes, photos, and
illustrations. Preanalytical error, errors that occur up to actual
testing of a sample, account for roughly 67% of laboratory error. These
are generally caused by the patient, the healthcare worker collecting or
processing the specimen, anyone transporting a specimen, or anyone or anything
touching the specimen. This session will discuss causes of preanalytical
error and methods to avoid them.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify
preanalytical errors in specimen collection, processing and transportation as
illustrated in photos and memes.
- Explain
methods to avoid and correct preanalytical errors.
- Describe
ways to be proactive about preventing preanalytical errors.
Author(s):
Jeffrey Lavender, MBA, MT (AMT)
Launched: 2018