Just a note to say that I have had many useful replies to my original query about using a single lab number in a combined laboratory reception area, including offers of site visits. These responses will be discussed at our lab. management meeting at the end of the week. Several people asked me what exactly are the objections from the haematology department - these relate mainly to perceived delays in data/demographics entry, a feeling that MLAs will make mistakes with some of their requests (esp. Immunology), a lack of experience in using clinical details on Telepath rather than looking at forms all the time and concerns about sample storage & retrieval under the proposed new numbering system.
Many of the replies I have had address these issues. The point about possibly misleading comments under a single lab. number has been considered, but our encoded comments will ensure there is no ambiguity (e.g. Slightly haemolysed sample - POTASSIUM may be spuriously raised - Suggest repeat electrolyte sample)
Thanks for all the comments
Huw Griffiths
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
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