Medical Errors in the Preanalytical Phase of Blood Gases Test

• 26/05/2023

The preanalytical phase of the blood gases study is the most susceptible to errors, causing increased time and costs for patients and hospitals. Knowledge and training of the involved health personnel must be constant to improve results.   Introduction Arterial or venous blood gases test is a frequent tool in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) commonly used for the respiratory system evaluation...