Challenges in Preanalytical Phase of Laboratory Medicine: Rate of Blood Sample Nonconformity in a Tertiary Care Hospital.

Abstract

Our study highlights the magnitude of preanalytical errors in our setup. Preanalytical errors can lead to loss of patient trust in diagnostic services, can dent the laboratory's reputation, and lead to an increase in the overall operating expenses, both for laboratories as well as the hospitals. Compliance with good laboratory practices can significantly reduce the frequency of pre analytical errors.