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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Laboratory Medicine
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Measurand stability is critical for accurate specimen analysis but lacks standardized evaluation methods.
  • Existing stability studies yield inconsistent results due to varied experimental designs and specifications.
  • Recent guidelines address sample collection tube validation but not measurand stability testing.

Framework:

  • A two-step protocol is proposed for developing stability test protocols.
  • A preliminary test assesses stability under routine laboratory conditions.
  • A comprehensive test defines stability equations and limits when instability is detected.

Implementation:

  • The preliminary test compares measurements of basal samples (optimal conditions) and test samples (stored conditions).
  • Percentage deviation (PD%) quantifies differences between measurements.
  • The comprehensive test involves multiple patients, analyzing basal and time-delayed test samples.

Implications:

  • Standardized protocols will enhance the reliability and reproducibility of stability studies.
  • Clearer stability limits (SLs) will improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce testing variability.
  • This guideline facilitates the development of robust measurand stability testing methodologies.