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Quality team approach in evaluating three automated hematology analyzers with five-part differential capability
R G Jones1, A M Faust, R A Matthews
1University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Division of Laboratory Medicine, Madison 53792-2472.
American Journal of Clinical Pathology
|February 1, 1995
Summary
This study evaluated three modern hematology analyzers using a quality team protocol. The team process facilitated informed purchasing decisions and provided a model for instrument evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Clinical laboratory science
- Hematology instrumentation
- Quality management systems
Background:
- Modern hematology analyzers offer high throughput and 5-part differential capabilities.
- Evaluating new laboratory instrumentation is critical for efficient and accurate diagnostics.
- Quality teams can enhance the instrument evaluation process through collaborative decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate three specific hematology analyzers: Abbott Cell-Dyn 3000, Coulter STKS, and Sysmex NE-8000.
- To assess the effectiveness of a quality team-driven protocol for instrument evaluation.
- To provide a comprehensive model for multi-instrument evaluation in clinical laboratories.
Main Methods:
- A quality team designed and implemented an evaluation protocol.
- Statistical analysis was used to compare instrument performance.
- Subjective evaluations from team members were incorporated.
Main Results:
- The evaluation protocol facilitated informed purchasing decisions.
- The team process improved laboratory personnel job satisfaction and engagement.
- A comprehensive model for multi-instrument evaluation was developed.
Conclusions:
- Team-based evaluation of hematology analyzers leads to optimal purchasing decisions.
- Implementing a structured protocol enhances the instrument evaluation process.
- The developed model can be applied to future laboratory instrumentation assessments.