" Maybe while we are
all thinking about this issue we could also try to stimulate analyser
manufacturers and computer system developers (if there are any embedded in the
computer sales companies) to think about reporting to a fixed number of
significant figures. "
Fortunately we have a semi-in house developed LIS
that converts our results to significant figures. This saves much
embarrassment with PSA and hCG results. Its called LABSYS their website is www.globaldirection.com
Regards,
Greg Watts (M.Sc.
M.A.)
Deputy Director -
Pathology
Sydney Adventist
Hospital
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