QM/POCT LAB ASST

Question 1

Correct test run on correct specimen

Answer 1

Analytical

Question 2

Correct destination location and result

Answer 2

Pre-analytical (Test ordering)

Question 3

Test calibration performed correctly

Answer 3

Analytical

Question 4

Troubleshoot processes established

Answer 4

Analytical

Question 5

Available comparison for interpreting data (reference range, alert values)

Answer 5

Analytical

Question 6

Monitoring and recording daily performance of lab equipment (fridge temp, analyzer, preventative maintenance)

Answer 6

QC

Question 7

Adequate specimen volume

Answer 7

Analytical

Question 8

Establish process of notifying clinician of alert or critical test results and documentation of notification

Answer 8

Post -analytical

Question 9

Ensuring sufficient resources for allocation, creation and implementation of policies and strategic planning

Answer 9

QM

Question 10

Appropriate test and type of specimen

Answer 10

Pre-analytical (Test ordering)

Question 11

Written procedures are in place that document exactly how a method is carried out

Answer 11

QA

Question 12

Regular operational activities that ensure high quality test results

Answer 12

QC

Question 13

Patient preparation (fasting/meds)

Answer 13

Pre-analytical (Specimen collection)

Question 14

The lab has adequate space, equipment, staff, budget

Answer 14

QA

Question 15

Processes in place for recognizing presence of interfering substances

Answer 15

Analytical

Question 16

Staff have adequate and relevant training and education on an on-going basis

Answer 16

QA

Question 17

Collected at the right time (time-frame)

Answer 17

Pre-analytical

Question 18

specimen storage conditions in place to maintain stability.

Answer 18

Post-analytical

Question 19

Lab report includes test results with applicable reference intervals, interpretations and consultations.

Answer 19

Post-analytical

Question 20

specimen retention in place for sufficient time that samples are available for follow-up testing if required

Answer 20

Post-analytical

Question 21

Identify problems to implement a solution

Answer 21

QA

Question 22

Equipment and systems maintained properly

Answer 22

Analytical

Question 23

Monitoring testing reagent lot numbers and expiry dates and running multiple level of controls for each analyte prior to patient testing and result

Answer 23

QC

Question 24

Calibration and or QC material prepared correctly

Answer 24

Analytical

Question 25

Test is performed according to instructions in the procedure

Answer 25

Analytical

Question 26

Correct patient information

Answer 26

Pre-analytical (Test ordering)

Question 27

Ensures all test results are made available at the location they will be accessed (patient chart)

Answer 27

Post-analytical

Question 28

Lab report is legible and easy to interpret without mistakes

Answer 28

Post-analytical

Question 29

Correct specimen and correct tube or container

Answer 29

Pre-analytical

Question 30

Lab report includes patient, test and ordering location information

Answer 30

Post-analytical

Question 31

Process in place to easily accessed stored specimens when required.

Answer 31

Post-analytical

Question 32

Comprehensive process, equipment and computer system validation

Answer 32

Analytical

Question 33

Follow-up is performed when results are significantly different .

Answer 33

Analytical

Question 34

Specimen proper volume and labeled

Answer 34

Pre-analytical

Question 35

Assessing information during QC activities (QM,QA,QC)?

Answer 35

QA

Question 36

Assess, identify and eliminate problems

Answer 36

QA

Question 37

Timely delivery of test results

Answer 37

Post-analytical

Question 38

Specimen transported safely and acceptable temp

Answer 38

Pre- analytical

Question 39

Method to archive and access previous results.

Answer 39

Post-analytical.

Question 40

Results compared to patient's previous result

Answer 40

Analytical

Question 41

Verification of requisition and correctly accessioned into LIS

Answer 41

Pre-analytical

Question 42

Process in place for correcting reports as appropriate

Answer 42

Post-analytical

Question 43

Ensures Plan, Policies and Procedures across the entire path of specimen workflow.

Answer 43

QA

Question 44

Achieve quality standards and organizational goals and structure

Answer 44

QM

Question 45

Overall framework for managing and monitoring activities of the lab

Answer 45

QM