Regarding Internal Quality Control (QC)for a Bench Top Analyzer

question 10

Multiple Choice

Regarding internal quality control (QC) for a bench top analyzer:

• A) it is safe to assume that the manufacturer has performed all necessary QC.
• B) at least one QC sample should be run a minimum of once per shift.
• C) one QC sample should be analyzed whenever there is a change to the testing system.
• D) QC samples can be assessed once a day for frequently used devices.

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Amylase

Amylase is an enzyme that helps in the breakdown of starches into sugars and is found in saliva and pancreatic fluid.

Salivary Amylase

An enzyme found in saliva that begins the digestive process by breaking down starches into simpler sugars.

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