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Success And Challenges Of Sigma Metrics In The Hematology Laboratory

Overview

Six sigma is a data-driven continuous improvement tool. When applied to laboratory medicine, it can help assess and improve the analytical performance of measurement processes. Results of Six Sigma metrics on the Alinity hq system obtained through collaboration with Westgard QC will be shared.

 

Speaker

Gabriella Lakos, MD, PhD
Medical Director, Abbott

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Gabriella Lakos MD, PhD, D (ABMLI)
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