Impact of potassium test sample rejections on routine laboratory service, South Africa
Sarah McAlpine,
Bettina Chale-Matsau
Abstract:Background: Accurate potassium measurements are necessary for effective clinical management of hyperkalaemia. Pre-analytical factors may affect laboratory measurements, leading to erroneous results and inappropriate patient management and negatively impact the efficiency and finances of laboratories and hospitals.Objective: This study evaluated the impact of rejected potassium test requests on laboratory service.Methods: We conducted a retrospective descriptive study to assess potassium test data at a public l… Show more
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