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Reference values: are they useful?

B E Statland, P Winkel

    Clinics in Laboratory Medicine
    |March 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Reference values are crucial for clinical decision-making, but their representativeness and standardization require careful consideration. This study examines the utility of reference values and their application in healthcare settings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Clinical Chemistry
    • Laboratory Medicine
    • Medical Diagnostics

    Background:

    • Reference values are essential benchmarks in clinical decision-making.
    • The interpretation of laboratory results relies heavily on established reference ranges.
    • Questions persist regarding the optimal methodology for establishing and applying these values.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To critically evaluate the utility of reference values in clinical decision-making.
    • To address key controversies surrounding the selection of reference subjects.
    • To examine the necessity of standardization in reference value collection.
    • To assess the meaningfulness of using a single reference value distribution.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and critical analysis of existing methodologies for reference value determination.

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  • Discussion of statistical and ethical considerations in reference group selection.
  • Examination of quality control and standardization protocols in laboratory medicine.

    • Main Results:

    • The representativeness of reference subjects is a significant factor influencing the applicability of reference values.
    • A high degree of standardization and control in data collection is necessary for reliable reference values.
    • The utility of a single reference value distribution for clinical decision-making is debatable and context-dependent.

    Conclusions:

    • Careful selection of representative subjects and rigorous standardization are paramount for valid reference values.
    • The application of reference values in clinical decision-making requires nuanced interpretation, considering potential limitations.
    • Further research is needed to optimize the generation and utilization of reference values in diverse clinical scenarios.