Factitious Biochemical Measurements Resulting from Hematologic Conditions

Overview

Journal Am J Clin Pathol

Publisher Oxford University Press

Specialty Pathology

Date 2009 Jan 15

PMID 19141380

Citations 16

Authors

Bakul I Dalal

Malcolm L Brigden

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Abstract

Factitious laboratory results often lead to unnecessary testing or treatment. This brief review of factitious biochemical results due to preexisting hematologic conditions focuses on the mechanisms underlying the factitious results and suggests ways to prevent them. An observant pathologist identifies these errors, intervenes in a timely fashion, investigates the sources of error diligently, and institutes measures to prevent their recurrence.

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