Abstract
This article reviews the general and specific factors that interfere with the performance of common biochemical laboratory tests and the interpretation of their results. The clinical status of the patient, drug interactions, and in-vivo and in-vitro biochemical interactions and changes may alter the results obtained from biochemical analysis of blood constituents. Failure to recognize invalid laboratory test results may lead to injudicious and dangerous management of patients.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1435-1441 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Canadian Medical Association Journal |
| Volume | 130 |
| Issue number | 11 |
| Publication status | Published - 1984 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- General Medicine