q76-100 Flashcards
2 reasons why labs need security
Theft
Drug abuse
Purpose of a Material Hazard Data Sheet MHDS
Ensures safe handling and emergency response to protect workers and environment
Egs of recognised quality standards that labs may adhere to
International standards
European standards
Examples of activities under the quality assurance banner
Maintaining records of specimen origin,
Procedures
results with each sample
2 benefits of both internal and external of a QMS
I - Improves discipline and reduces waste
E - Improves image
Reduced complaints
Gap analysis
Identifies discrepancies between an organisations current state and its desired state
human tissue act
Informs public and sec of health about issues with their remit
DNA theft
Having human tissue with the intention of performing analysis without the person’s consent
Under what circumstances is Clinical pathology accreditation granted
After assessment were there is full compliance with CPA standards
R&D definition
the part of a companies activity with applying results of scientific research to develop new products
Difference between industry and academic research
I - Focusing on developing products or services that generate a profit
A - Aim to advance public knowledge without a commercial benefit
What is a cross over study? What is its purpose?
a type of clinical trial where participants receive multiple treatments in a specific order, acting as their own control. A washout period is used between treatments to prevent carryover effects.
Purpose:
- Compare Treatments More Accurately – Reduces variability since the same subjects receive all treatments.
- Increase Statistical Power – Requires fewer participants than parallel studies.
What information can patents provide to guide R+D activities
- Technical Insights – Show existing inventions, avoiding redundant research.
- Competitive Intelligence – Reveal industry trends and key competitors.
- Legal & IP Strategy – Help avoid patent infringement and identify licensing opportunities.
Give two examples of patent types
Utility Patent – Protects new inventions, processes, machines, or compositions of matter (e.g., a new drug formula).
- Design Patent – Protects the unique appearance or design of a product (e.g., the shape of a smartphone).
innovation
the process of making changes to something established by introducing something new. * Refers to both radical or incremental changes to products, processes or services with often unspoken goal of solving a problem. * Considered a major driver of the economy and factors leading to innovation are considered critical to policy makers.
Creativity is key to _Enterprise_and Wealth creation…
Why is technology transfer important? Give three reasons
Technology and innovation can help improve the standard of living, enhance productivity and creates new opportunities for industries and jobs.
