This document discusses different quality control formats that laboratories can use to ensure accurate patient test results. It describes the benefits of consolidated multi-analyte controls that allow laboratories to reduce costs by using fewer control products and simplify the quality control process. These controls consolidate parameters into single vials containing up to 100 analytes. The document also discusses liquid ready-to-use controls as being the most convenient format that require no preparation or reconstitution. Finally, it promotes Randox quality control products and services that aim to streamline quality control testing for laboratories.
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Designing an appropriate QC procedure for your laboratoryRandox
Improving Laboratory Performance Through Quality Control - Five Simple Steps for QC Success.
It is easy to get caught up in an abundance of QC statistics and forget the fundamental reason why
QC exists in the first instance. QC is about detecting errors and ensuring that the results you
produce are accurate and reliable. All QC procedures should focus on reducing the risk of harm
to the patient. We are not examining statistics; we are examining real patients, real results and real
lives. Around 70% of all medical decisions are based on laboratory results, which is why it is of
utmost importance that each and every laboratory, has a well-designed QC procedure in place.
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Point of care testing (POCT) refers to testing that is performed near or at the site of a patient with the result leading to a possible change in the care of the patient. Over the past few years, the popularity and demand of POCT has been growing rapidly. This should come as no surprise as there are many advantages to POCT, for example, the added convenience of being able to obtain a rapid result at the patient’s bedside, thus allowing immediate action, saving time and improving the potential outcome for the patient.
Designing an appropriate QC procedure for your laboratoryRandox
Improving Laboratory Performance Through Quality Control - Five Simple Steps for QC Success.
It is easy to get caught up in an abundance of QC statistics and forget the fundamental reason why
QC exists in the first instance. QC is about detecting errors and ensuring that the results you
produce are accurate and reliable. All QC procedures should focus on reducing the risk of harm
to the patient. We are not examining statistics; we are examining real patients, real results and real
lives. Around 70% of all medical decisions are based on laboratory results, which is why it is of
utmost importance that each and every laboratory, has a well-designed QC procedure in place.
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Acusera 24.7 Live Online version 2.0 is here! Faster, smarter and more efficient than ever before, this interlaboratory data management program will be sure to help streamline internal QC in all laboratories regardless of size.
The laboratory shall determine measurement uncertainty for each measurement procedure,
in the examination phases used to report measured quantity values on patients’ samples. The
laboratory shall define the performance requirements for the measurement uncertainty of each
measurement procedure and regularly review estimates of measurement uncertainty.
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How often is Right for Laboratory Quality Control?Randox
Improving Laboratory Performance Through QC - How often is right for QC? Ask the Right Questions to get the Right Answers.
It is widely accepted that laboratories should perform QC at least every day of patient testing. However, is this adequate for every assay and for every laboratory? Is running QC once per day really sufficient? what is the "right" frequency for running QC samples in your laboratory?
Randox QC offer an extensive range of third party quality controls. Manufactured independently, the Acusera range delivers unbiased performance assessment with any instrument or method, helping to meet ISO 15189:2012 requirements whilst simultaneously eliminating the need for multiple instrument dedicated controls.
Acusera 24.7 is an interboratory data management software capable of automatically calculating measurement of uncertainty and six-sigma. With real time peer group updates and user friendly comprehensive charts and reports including Levey Jennings and histograms, our Acusera 24.7 software is now smarter, faster and more efficient than ever before!
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Acusera 24•7 Live Online is an interlaboratory data management package designed to complement the Acusera range of Internal Quality Controls. Created to help laboratories effectively manage and interpret their QC results, the analytical capabilities of Acusera 24•7 Live Online, coupled with the superior quality and flexibility of our Acusera control range, will revolutionise your laboratory's workflow enabling early identification of any trends or system errors.
Acusera 24.7 Live Online will automatically calculate internal QC statistics including mean, standard deviation and CV. The ability to apply user defined QC multi-rules will help to reduce false rejections and maintain a high level of error detection.
Online access anytime, anywhere
Peer group data from over 20,000 participants
Peer group statistics updated daily
Unique dashboard highlights poor performance
Interactive charts combining multiple analytes, lots and instruments
Comprehensive reports including audit trail reports to aid accreditation
Automated QC result entry via Acusera 24•7 Connect
Monitoring External Quality Assessment / Proficiency Testing Performance - Investigating the source of the problem.
In order to identify the source of the problem it is useful to be aware of the most common causes of poor EQA performance. Errors can occur at any
stage of the testing process however EQA is most concerned with detecting analytical errors i.e. errors that occur during the analysis of the sample.
Most analytical errors can be easily divided into three main areas; clerical errors, systematic errors and random errors. Systematic errors result in
inaccurate results that consistently show a positive or negative bias. Random errors on the other hand affect precision and result in fluctuations in
either direction.
RIQAS is the largest international External Quality Assessment (EQA)/ Proficiency Testing (PT) scheme, there are currently more than 45,000 participants in 133 countries.
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With over 350 parameters available in our Acusera range, choice and flexibility is guaranteed. Moreover the availability of truly independent third party controls coupled with the added advantages of highly accurate target values, increased stability and unparalleled quality will optimise performance, save valuable time and minimise waste in any laboratory.
Our comprehensive range of multi-analyte controls have been uniquely developed with ease of use in mind, combining up to 100 parameters in one convenient control laboratories can significantly reduce the need for multiple, costly single analyte controls.
Consolidation
100% human controls for immunoassay purposes
Most accurate target values
Unrivalled stability
Most consistent controls
True third party controls
Troubleshooting Poor EQA/QC Performance in the Laboratory Randox
Step by step guide for clinical laboratories wishing to troubleshoot poor QC or EQA performance. Tips on how to distinguish between random error and systematic error. Suggested corrective actions are also provided.
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When it comes to troubleshooting QC errors, unfortunately there is no easy path to take. However, it's important that you have standard operating procedures in place, outlining what to do in the event of an out-of control error. Errors occur in laboratories all over the world. A lab with effective troubleshooting procedures in place will still have errors but will be able to detect them, quickly reducing their impact and reducing the risk of wasting both time and money.
There are different types of QC material and each format will have it's own advantages & disadvantages. Each format will also need to be handled differently and this guide aims to explain the different methods for preparing each type of control.
Acusera 24.7 Interlaboratory Data Management - June 17 LT244Randox
Acusera 24.7 Live Online version 2.0 is here! Faster, smarter and more efficient than ever before, this interlaboratory data management program will be sure to help streamline internal QC in all laboratories regardless of size.
The laboratory shall determine measurement uncertainty for each measurement procedure,
in the examination phases used to report measured quantity values on patients’ samples. The
laboratory shall define the performance requirements for the measurement uncertainty of each
measurement procedure and regularly review estimates of measurement uncertainty.
Acusera Verify Linearity Verification - June 17 LT674Randox
Our Acusera Linearity Sets are perfect for laboratories wishing to challenge the full reportable range of their instruments. With sets available for Roche & Beckman analysers, our sets are sure to meet all your laboratory and regulatory requirements.
Basic QC Statistics - Improving Laboratory Performance Through Quality Contro...Randox
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How to establish QC reference ranges - Randox QC Educational GuideRandox
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QC Multi-rules are designed and used to minimise false rejections and maintain a high rate of error detection. There are six main rules used to determine if results from a run of patient samples should be accepted or rejected, based on the performance of control materials against the rule criteria. Different combinations can be applied depending on the number of controls in use, total allowable error and the instrument in use. The flow chart below is often used to determine if a run should be accepted or rejected.
How often is Right for Laboratory Quality Control?Randox
Improving Laboratory Performance Through QC - How often is right for QC? Ask the Right Questions to get the Right Answers.
It is widely accepted that laboratories should perform QC at least every day of patient testing. However, is this adequate for every assay and for every laboratory? Is running QC once per day really sufficient? what is the "right" frequency for running QC samples in your laboratory?
Randox QC offer an extensive range of third party quality controls. Manufactured independently, the Acusera range delivers unbiased performance assessment with any instrument or method, helping to meet ISO 15189:2012 requirements whilst simultaneously eliminating the need for multiple instrument dedicated controls.
Acusera 24.7 is an interboratory data management software capable of automatically calculating measurement of uncertainty and six-sigma. With real time peer group updates and user friendly comprehensive charts and reports including Levey Jennings and histograms, our Acusera 24.7 software is now smarter, faster and more efficient than ever before!
Acusera 24.7 Interlaboratory Data Management Randox
Acusera 24•7 Live Online is an interlaboratory data management package designed to complement the Acusera range of Internal Quality Controls. Created to help laboratories effectively manage and interpret their QC results, the analytical capabilities of Acusera 24•7 Live Online, coupled with the superior quality and flexibility of our Acusera control range, will revolutionise your laboratory's workflow enabling early identification of any trends or system errors.
Acusera 24.7 Live Online will automatically calculate internal QC statistics including mean, standard deviation and CV. The ability to apply user defined QC multi-rules will help to reduce false rejections and maintain a high level of error detection.
Online access anytime, anywhere
Peer group data from over 20,000 participants
Peer group statistics updated daily
Unique dashboard highlights poor performance
Interactive charts combining multiple analytes, lots and instruments
Comprehensive reports including audit trail reports to aid accreditation
Automated QC result entry via Acusera 24•7 Connect
Monitoring External Quality Assessment / Proficiency Testing Performance - Investigating the source of the problem.
In order to identify the source of the problem it is useful to be aware of the most common causes of poor EQA performance. Errors can occur at any
stage of the testing process however EQA is most concerned with detecting analytical errors i.e. errors that occur during the analysis of the sample.
Most analytical errors can be easily divided into three main areas; clerical errors, systematic errors and random errors. Systematic errors result in
inaccurate results that consistently show a positive or negative bias. Random errors on the other hand affect precision and result in fluctuations in
either direction.
RIQAS is the largest international External Quality Assessment (EQA)/ Proficiency Testing (PT) scheme, there are currently more than 45,000 participants in 133 countries.
Acusera Third Party Quality Controls for Medical Laboratories Randox
With over 350 parameters available in our Acusera range, choice and flexibility is guaranteed. Moreover the availability of truly independent third party controls coupled with the added advantages of highly accurate target values, increased stability and unparalleled quality will optimise performance, save valuable time and minimise waste in any laboratory.
Our comprehensive range of multi-analyte controls have been uniquely developed with ease of use in mind, combining up to 100 parameters in one convenient control laboratories can significantly reduce the need for multiple, costly single analyte controls.
Consolidation
100% human controls for immunoassay purposes
Most accurate target values
Unrivalled stability
Most consistent controls
True third party controls
Troubleshooting Poor EQA/QC Performance in the Laboratory Randox
Step by step guide for clinical laboratories wishing to troubleshoot poor QC or EQA performance. Tips on how to distinguish between random error and systematic error. Suggested corrective actions are also provided.
Troubleshooting QC Problems: Your QC has failed, what do you do next?Randox
Randox Quality Control's next 'Improving Laboratory Performance Through Quality Control' educational guide has been published with helpful tips that your laboratory can use in order to ensure it has effective troubleshooting procedures in place.
So you ran QC this morning and realised that one of your analytes has been flagged as 'out-of-control', what do you do next? Do you ignore the warning and continue patient testing, repeat the control until it's within range or do you halt patient testing and investigate the source of the error?
When it comes to troubleshooting QC errors, unfortunately there is no easy path to take. However, it's important that you have standard operating procedures in place, outlining what to do in the event of an out-of control error. Errors occur in laboratories all over the world. A lab with effective troubleshooting procedures in place will still have errors but will be able to detect them, quickly reducing their impact and reducing the risk of wasting both time and money.
There are different types of QC material and each format will have it's own advantages & disadvantages. Each format will also need to be handled differently and this guide aims to explain the different methods for preparing each type of control.
Multi-reglas de control de calidad (CC) son diseñadas y utilizadas para minimizar falsos rechazos y mantener una alta tasa de detección de errores. Hay seis reglas principales que son utilizadas para determinar si los resultados de una serie de muestras de pacientes deben ser aceptadas o rechazadas, basadas en el rendimiento de los materiales de control contra los criterios de las reglas. Diferentes combinaciones pueden ser aplicadas en función del número de controles, al error total permisible y al instrumento en uso. El siguiente diagrama de flujo se usa a menudo para determinar si una corrida debe ser aceptada o rechazada.
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1. What QC format is best for your laboratory?
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Improving Laboratory Performance Through Quality Control
QUALITY CONTROL
2. 2
What QC format is best for your laboratory?
Quality Control (QC) is vitally important in ensuring accurate patient test results, but it can be
a time consuming process for laboratory staff. In an industry where budgets and resources are
increasingly under pressure, laboratories are continuously looking for ways to ensure high levels
of throughput without compromising on accuracy.
In light of this, there has been a significant drive to develop products and services to help streamline QC, provide assistance to
laboratories with the interpretation of results, troubleshoot problems and improve overall laboratory performance.
Take the growing number of multi-analyte controls now available which help laboratories reduce the range of quality control
products they have to run to cover their complete test menu.Where previously large multi-functional laboratories may have had
to routinely use thirty or more individual controls, it is now possible to produce highly accurate results using just one or two. For
example, in routine clinical chemistry testing where laboratories are often testing patients for as many as 100 parameters including
Cardiac Markers, Lipids, Proteins,Therapeutic Drugs and Immunoassay, labs may previously have had to run multiple, and often costly,
single analyte controls. However, by switching to consolidated clinical chemistry controls, labs can now carry out highly accurate QC
using just one multi-analyte control serum.
Similarly, in Immunoassay testing, some multi-analyte controls allow labs to run QC tests for 50 or more parameters, including
Tumour Markers, Hormones,Therapeutic Drugs, Kidney Function tests andVitamins, all within the same serum. Additionally, quality
control for Maternal Screening is also simplified with consolidated controls. Where previously laboratories may have had to run
three or more sera, accurate QC can now be achieved with one, covering all six key parameters measured during first and second
trimester screening of Down’s Syndrome and Spina Bifida, including PAPP-A and Inhibin-A.
With consolidated controls, laboratories truly are getting more for less.
Contain up to 100
analytes
Reduce storage
requirements
Reduce costs and
preparation time
Reduce the number of
QC products you need to
purchase
3. 3
Greater Choice
Quality Controls come in a range of different formats. It is important to note that there are two
distinct types of liquid controls available, liquid ready-to-use and liquid for ease-of-use (better
known as liquid frozen), as well as a lyophilised format which is a powder like substance that
requires reconstitution.
The benefit of running liquid controls is that the potential for errors in reconstitution or the introduction of contamination is
reduced. However, the two types of liquid formats have their own benefits and drawbacks.
Liquid frozen controls need to be thawed before use, however, these controls are considered
to be simple and easy to use.They require no reconstitution, so the errors associated with it are
removed. Due to the frozen nature of these controls the transportation costs of shipping can
be costly, therefore, manufacturers and end users are increasingly offering and purchasing liquid
controls in a ready-to-use format.
Liquid ready-to-use controls are arguably the most favoured of the three formats and it is
easy to understand why. The controls are simple to use, require no preparation and really can
be removed from the packaging and used right away!
Another major benefit of using a liquid ready-to-use control is the fact they are ideal for the
POCT (Point of CareTesting) market. Being able to use these controls on the spot is extremely
beneficial to POC providers.
Lastly, is lyophilised.This is freeze dried material that requires the laboratory professional to
reconstitute the sample using sterilised water and mix before use. Although this format is not
as easy to use as either liquid control, it does come with many benefits to the laboratory.The
enhanced stability of this control sees a shelf life of almost double the two years that come with
a liquid control, however, the potential for reconstitution errors and the fact it is not as simple to
use lead the majority of people to opt for a more convenient liquid control.
4. 4
The ability to correctly interpret the resulting data arising from internal QC is vital,however in order to do so adequately,laboratories
need to be able to monitor their performance as part of a wider data group.
Picture the following scenario:
A problem shared is a problem halved
You’re running routine QC and the results being reported are 25% low to target.What do you do next? Re-run QC and keep your
fingers crossed the results are closer to target the next time, or start troubleshooting to find the potential problem?
If you’re part of a chain of laboratories you might turn to colleagues in affiliated labs to see if they have been experiencing similar
problems. As the saying goes, a problem shared is a problem halved. Having immediate access to the findings and experience of
other laboratories running the same tests can help you validate your results, giving you confidence in their accuracy.
However, consider what an independent lab in this situation would do. Without the benefit of colleagues to consult with, the
laboratory must start a time-consuming process of troubleshooting the problem, with the possibility of having to re-run QC, further
delaying the release of patient results.
Now consider the same laboratory running the same tests but utilising a data management platform to monitor performance,
giving them access to data from multiple laboratories running the same tests. Now the laboratory is no longer viewing the lower
than expected results in isolation, they can look at the performance of their peers, making troubleshooting a great deal easier and
ensuring a faster turnaround of accurate patient results.
Laboratories can use data management platforms to:
When used to their full
potential data management
systems offer a myriad
of benefits, assisting
laboratories to manage,
interpret and compare QC
data with other laboratories
with the overall aim
of improving analytical
performance and ultimately
ensuring accurate patient
test results.
Identify trends, instrument errors or reagent issues
as soon as they arise, assuring validity and increasing
confidence in the accuracy of results.
Increase confidence in assigned target values.
Facilitate regulatory requirements and meet ISO
15189 accreditation.
Minimise false rejections whilst maintaining high error
detection through the use of multi-rule QC
procedures.
Improve EQA performance by eliminating any
undetected bias.
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With Randox QC there are a vast array of controls available in liquid ready-to-use, liquid for ease-of-use and lyophilised formats.
Liquid Frozen – Must be stored in a laboratory grade, frost-free freezer. Do not require
reconstitution however, do need to be thawed before use. Need to thaw. Controls available
include;
• Clinical Chemistry
• Immunoassay
Lyophilised – Enhanced stability. Suitable for warmer climates, however, reconstitution errors
are possible. Controls available include;
• Chemistry
• Immunoassay
• Cardiac
• Coagulation
• HbA1c
• Lipids
• TDM
Liquid Ready-to-Use – No preparation required. No reconstitution errors. Ideal for POCT.
Controls available include;
• Liquid Cardiac
• Blood Gas
• Liquid Urine
• Urinalysis
• Specific Protein
• Ammonia Ethanol
• Haematology
• Liquid HbA1c
• Liquid Tumour Markers
What Randox has to offer
Conclusion
Many of Randox’s controls are 100% human. Our extensive range of Acusera true third party
controls contain over 390 routine and esoteric analytes. All our controls are designed to help
accurately and reliably identify performance issues and weaknesses with a testing system as well
as allowing laboratories to be confident that their patient sample testing is correct.
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Randox is a world leading provider of multi-analyte, third party controls designed to help streamline QC in
even the most demanding laboratories. Our unique combination of analytes enables complete test menu
consolidation and will ultimately reduce costs without compromising on quality or performance.
Helping to facilitate ISO 15189 accreditation, our complete range of true third party controls will enable
unbiased performance assessment with any instrument or method.
Why choose Randox as your third party QC provider?
• High Quality Material: As the most commutable controls on the
market a matrix that reacts to the test system in the same manner
as the patient sample is guaranteed.
• Value Assignment: Our unique value assignment process not
only ensures the availability of accurate target values for multiple
instruments and methods but reduces the time spent assigning
controls.
• Third Party Controls: Our controls are independently manufactured
enabling unbiased performance assessment with any instrument or
method.
• Stability: Designed to ensure continuity of lot supply our lyophilised
controls have a shelf life of up to 4 years while our liquid controls are
stable for up to 2 years from the date of manufacture. Furthermore
the extended working stability of our controls will minimise waste
and reduce costs.
• Consolidation: Delivering unrivalled consolidation and covering
clinical decision levels the Acusera range will significantly reduce
costs and preparation time without compromising on quality.
Antioxidants
Blood Gas
Cardiac Markers
Clinical Chemistry
Coagulation
Diabetes
Haematology
Immunoassay
Lipids
POCT
Proteins
Therapeutic Drugs
Toxicology
Urine
Acusera portfolio:
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Quietly Complaining
about your current
• Reduce QC costs and preparation time with
consolidated controls combining up to 100 analytes
in a single vial.
• Eradicate the need for additional controls
at extra expense with analytes present at clinical
decision levels.
• Make expensive lot changes a thing of the past
with our exceptional shelf life and stability.
• Eliminate inconvenient shifts in QC values
when reagent batch is changed with a 100% human
matrix for Immunoassay purposes.
• Ensure target values and stability claims
will not differ from lot to lot with our unrivalled
consistency.
• Increase confidence in QC results with access
to peer group stats uniquely updated every 24 hours.
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Designed to deliver significant cost
savingswithoutsacrificingonquality,the
Randox Acusera range is guaranteed
to simplify QC practice in any lab. Just
ask one of our 60,000 users worldwide.
Simply contact us today for more information
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Information correct at time of print. Randox Laboratories Ltd is a subsidiary of Randox Holdings Limited a company registered within Northern Ireland with company number N.I. 614690. VAT Registered Number: GB
151 6827 08. Product availability may vary from country to country. Please contact your local Randox representative for information. Products may be for Research Use Only and not for use in diagnostic procedures
in the USA.
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24•7
Compatible for use with the Acusera range of third party controls, the Acusera 24•7
software is designed to help laboratories monitor and interpret their QC data. Access
to an impressive range of features including interactive charts and real time peer group
data generated from our extensive database of laboratory participants, ensures Acusera
24•7 is the most comprehensive package available.
Online QC software with real-time peer group statistics
Comprising over 360 routine and esoteric parameters in 32 comprehensive and flexible
EQAprogrammes, RIQASisdesignedto coverallareasofclinicaltesting.Eachprogramme
benefits from a wide range of concentrations, frequent reporting and comprehensive yet
user-friendly reports.
The largest global EQA scheme with over 40,000 lab participants
Uniquely combining more than 100 analytes conveniently in a single control, laboratories
can significantly reduce costs and consolidate without compromising on quality. As true
third party controls, unbiased performance assessment with any instrument or method
is guaranteed.
True third party controls offering complete test menu consolidation