This is the second article in Microbiologics’ series on Optimal QC in the Clinical Laboratory. In a previous article, we highlighted the importance of external quality control products for QC in the ...

Many assays have integrated, built-in, or internal controls to demonstrate their operability at specific procedural steps. What role do these built-in controls play in quality control to assure ...

Over the last few months, I have heard various experienced and knowledgeable experts state (emphatically no less) totally contradictory opinions regarding quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), ...

Quality circles, total quality management, Dr. Deming’s 14 Point Theory, and Six Sigma are all various programs aimed at improving quality in an organization. They have been successfully implemented ...