| Guidelines for point-of-care testing: haematology. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 18671699 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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This guideline provides a framework for the arrangement of point-of-care testing (POCT) services, previously known as near patient testing (patient self-testing not covered). POCT is defined as any analytical test performed outside the laboratory. Primary users are often non-laboratory healthcare workers. The guidance applies to units within hospitals as well as general practioner surgeries, community clinics and pharmacies. The head of the haematology laboratory or a point of care coordinator must take responsibility for all aspects of the POCT service, including quality and training. Depending on the size and nature of the POCT practice, a local POCT manager may also be required. Equipment selected should have received a successful independent performance evaluation. If an independent evaluation has not been performed the purchaser should assess the device according to the protocol in this document. POCT devices should generate results that are comparable to those of the local laboratory. An accredited external quality assessment programme and internal quality control system must be established. Manufacturers promoting POCT devices designed for non-laboratory sites, e.g. pharmacies, should undertake training and annual competency assessment, perhaps using a web-based system. A diagram to illustrate the stages for the implementation of a POCT service is illustrated. |
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Authors:
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Carol Briggs; David Guthrie; Keith Hyde; Ian Mackie; Norman Parker; Mary Popek; Neil Porter; Clare Stephens; |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Practice Guideline Date: 2008-07-30 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: British journal of haematology Volume: 142 ISSN: 1365-2141 ISO Abbreviation: Br. J. Haematol. Publication Date: 2008 Sep |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2008-10-10 Completed Date: 2008-12-11 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0372544 Medline TA: Br J Haematol Country: England |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 904-15 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Haematology, University College London Hospital, UK. carolbriggs@hotmail.com |
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Accreditation Hematologic Tests / instrumentation, standards* Hematology / education, organization & administration Humans Inservice Training / standards Medical Records / standards Point-of-Care Systems / organization & administration, standards* Quality Assurance, Health Care |
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