This makes errors that may be attributable to the user in the pre-analytical phase of testing, such as incorrectly filling or mishandling a cartridge, especially relevant. In practice, POCT may be performed by multiple operators with varying levels of experience. Although analytical performance of POCT platforms is available in manufacturers’ technical documentation, the frequency and nature of errors that may arise when using these platforms in the clinical environment is less commonly reported, and definitions of pre-analytical error are wide-ranging and inconsistently applied. Point of care testing (POCT) has gradually grown in popularity, both in primary care, where it is argued to be a key element of antimicrobial stewardship, and in secondary and tertiary care as new technologies emerge.
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