CLSI C38

Control of Preanalytical Variation in Trace Element Determinations, 1st Edition

This document contains guidelines for patient preparation, specimen collection, transport, and processing for the measurement of trace elements in a variety of biological matrices.

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Chairholder: Gillian Lockitch, M.B.Ch.B, MD, FRCPC

Date of Publication: September 1, 1997

Order Code PDF: CLSI C38AE
ISBN Number: 1-56238-332-9

Order Code Print: print not available

Edition: First

Pages: 48

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This archived document is no longer being reviewed through the CLSI Consensus Document Development Process. However, this document is technically valid as of September 2016. Because of its value to the laboratory community, it is being retained in CLSI’s library.

CLSI C38 Abstract

Control of Preanalytical Variation in Trace Element Determinations; Approved Guideline (CLSI document C38-A) is intended for persons responsible for the collection and processing of samples used for trace element determinations. The guideline addresses patient preparation, as well as considerations for collection, transport, and processing of specimens by element. Contamination control and quality assurance programs are also discussed.