20190603 - Abbott Laboratories Industry Workshop - IWM103 - 1400-1500 |
Abbott Laboratories Industry Workshop
Session Title:
Biotin interference in laboratory assays: The How, Why, and What to do
Presenters:
Dr. Patrick Kyle, University of Mississippi, Medical Center
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the mechanisms of biotin interference with laboratory immunoassay tests and the concentrations that may cause interferences.
2. Relate opportunities for education and discuss strategies to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
3. Describe recent recommendations from the AACC Academy and how they best apply to your hospital and laboratory.
Presenters:
Dr. Patrick Kyle, University of Mississippi, Medical Center
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the mechanisms of biotin interference with laboratory immunoassay tests and the concentrations that may cause interferences.
2. Relate opportunities for education and discuss strategies to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
3. Describe recent recommendations from the AACC Academy and how they best apply to your hospital and laboratory.