Building an Effective Laboratory QC System

When building a laboratory QC system, it is essential for clinical laboratories to define analytical quality and develop processes specific to their performance goals. By following a path of workflow, laboratories can ensure that their quality control testing systems are well-suited to their needs and also follow guidance from government agencies and professional organizations.

Read this article to learn more about the recommended path of workflow for developing an effective laboratory QC system, including:

• Establishing analyte-specific performance goals
• Defining laboratory policies that account for assay limitations and probabilities of device failure
• Adopting detailed procedures based around goals and policies
• Conducting reviews assessing relevance and effectiveness