• ISBN13: 9788126517381
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Chemistry
• Publisher: Wiley
• Publisher Imprint: Wiley India
• Publication Date: July 15, 2008
• Pages: 150
• Original Price: INR 1295.0
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 500 grams

This is a guide to the processes of method selection, testing, quality control and quality assessment. It also covers the basics of statistical notions and techniques. One of a series of texts on topics in analytical chemistry specially designed as a flexible and convenient method of self-study for students who, for a variety of reasons, cannot participate in conventional educational courses. Self-assessment questions and answers, summaries and lists of objectives emphasizing important points, a glossary and biochemistry abbreviations all enhance students' motivation and allow them to work systematically and at their own pace.

Table of Contents:

Study Guide

Supporting Practical Work
Bibliography
Selection and Evaluation of Biochemical Assay Methods
Use of the Literature
Precision
Accuracy (Bias)
Calibration and Control Materials
The Roles of Calibration and Control Samples
Types of Calibration and Control Materials
Specialty Products
Assigned Values of Commercial Sera
Internal Quality Control
Selection of Control Samples
Quality Control Charts
The Use of Patient's Specimens
Indices of Accuracy and Precision
Operation of Internal Quality Control
External Quality Assessment (EQA)
Quality Assurance
Methods of External Quality Assessment
National External Quality Assessment Schemes
Commercially Operated External Quality Assessment
Assignment of Concentration Values for Control Material
The Operation of EQA Schemes
External Quality Assessment Reports
The Welcome Diagnostic Reports
The UK External Quality Assessment Scheme Report
Self-assessment Questions and Responses
Glossary and Abbreviations Used in Biochemistry