Sigma Metric Analysis
A new cartridge-type blood gas analyzer, the i-Smart 300, was assessed in a traditional method validation study. When Six Sigma is used as the standard, is selecting this POC instrument a smart choice?
A recent study compared two different generations of the same hematology analyzer, Sysmex XN and Sysmex XE. We would expect there to be a good comparability of results between the analyzers. We would expect that... [updated with CLIA 2024 and EFLM min goals]
A recent study assessed the performance of a new hematology analyzer, the Landwind LW D3600.
What happens when you measure quality of a small wet chemistry veterinary analyzer using not only QC, but also pooled samples of canines and felines? Is this analyzer safe for any species?
At a recent veterinary laboratory conference, we had the chance to review some instrument evaluations. As it happens, these evaluations are based on QC and EQA data which applies to test performance relevant to human testing as well as veterinary testing.