In an Automated Laboratory Workstation with a Bidirectional Laboratory Information

question 4

Multiple Choice

In an automated laboratory workstation with a bidirectional laboratory information system interface,the laboratory's bar-coded label on an individual specimen contains information regarding identification and the laboratory tests requested.The processor reads the bar code and the analyzer performs the analyses.Where can a preanalytical error still occur in this automated system?

• A) When the instrument's calibration is not successful
• B) When the quality control materials are out of the recommended range
• C) When a data entry person enters incorrect laboratory test requests
• D) When the equipment operator ignores equipment diagnostic messages

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