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.

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* 1. Please rate the Session by circling the appropriate number:
Rating Scale:1 Strongly Disagree, 2 Disagree, 3 Neutral, 4 Agree, 5 Strongly Agree

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Sufficient time was allowed for audience participation/active learning
The facilities were satisfactory.
The session was free from commercial bias
Overall, I would rate this Symposium as excellent

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* 2. Please asses the Speaker by circling the appropriate number.
Rating Scale: 1 Poor, 2 Fair, 3 Good, 4 Very Good, 5 Outstanding
Dr. Patrick Kyle, University of Mississippi, Medical Center

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Clarity of
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 3. As a result of attending this session, I am planning to: (please check one)

  YES NO
a) Discuss the session with my colleagues
b) Pursue additional learning activities.
c) Complete a Personal Learning Project.
d) Not change my practice.
e) Change my practice.

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* 4. Please explain the change you are planning to make or the learning you plan to complete:

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* 5. Please indicate which CanMEDS roles you felt were addressed during this educational activity. (Select all that apply)

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* 6. General comments about individual speakers

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* 7. What topics need to be addressed at future conferences to keep you up to date in your profession?

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