Mass Spectrometry in the Clinical Laboratory (C50-A); Collection of Diagnostic Blood Specimens (H3-A6); Quality Venipuncture Quick Guide (H3-A6 QG); Common Cells in Body Fluids Wallchart (H56-A WALL)

C50-A—Mass Spectrometry in the Clinical Laboratory: General Principles and Guidance
This guideline provides a general understanding of mass spectrometry and the principles that dictate its application in the clinical laboratory. It includes guidance, references, and quality assurance markers that will assist with the implementation and correct operation of a mass spectrometry (MS) system for its many applications. Information on maintaining optimum performance, approaches to ensuring accurate and precise mass measurement, verification of methods, quality control of assays within and between instruments, instrument troubleshooting, sample preparation, interpretation of results, and limitations of the technology are included.
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H3-A6— Procedures for the Collection of Diagnostic Blood Specimens by Venipuncture
This document provides procedures for the collection of diagnostic specimens by venipuncture, including line draws, blood culture collection, and venipuncture in children. It also includes recommendations on order of draw.
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H3-A6 QG—Quality Venipuncture Quick Guide
Lists all the steps of the venipuncture procedure, as well as special considerations and the order of tube draw.
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H56-WALL—Common Cells in Body Fluids Wallchart
This chart extracted from H56-A, provides users with recommendations for collection and transport of body fluids, numeration, and identification of cellular components, and guidance for qualitative and quantitative assessment of body fluid.
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