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Specimen Discrepancies in a Clinical SettingJennifer Lapchak, MS, PA(ASCP)(Department of Pathology, University of Colorado Hospital, Denver, CO) The identification of specimen discrepancies in the laboratory setting is a vital process in ensuring proper patient care. However, the focus must also center on the root cause analysis of such errors in order to prevent them from occurring in the clinical setting. This feature discusses the Specimen Partnership Committee at the University of Colorado Hospital and its tasks of educating the clinical areas on specimen submission guidelines, establishing risk management protocols, and engaging in specimen discrepancy root cause analysis. Read more... |
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