An analysis of adverse events stemming from laboratories reveals several common types of errors, according to a study published in the American Journal of Medical Quality. For this study, researchers ...

In this case-based presentation, we will describe the most common pitfalls in laboratory testing that healthcare providers and clinical laboratory experts should be aware of, and how to mitigate their ...

Preanalytical errors in clinical labs—like hemolysis, contamination, or mislabeling—can derail patient care before testing even begins. These mistakes are most common in high-pressure areas like ...