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luvbio

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How is the accuracy of a blood gas analyzer determined?
 
  a. Examining the repeatability of the analyz-er's results
  b. Comparing the analyzer's measurements to known values
  c. Adjusting the offset (or balance) of the instrument
  d. Adjusting the gain (or slope) of the in-strument

Question 2

What is the process of testing a new blood gas analyzer to confirm a manufacturer's claims?
 
  a. Automated calibration
  b. Performance validation
  c. Proficiency testing
  d. Preventive maintenance


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Typically, this involves using samples with known values to assess both the accuracy (comparing the value from the tested instrument with a known value) and the precision (examining the re-peatability of results) of the instrument.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Performance validation is the process of testing a new instrument to confirm a manufacturer's claims.


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