Medical Review Officer Online Course with Live Discussion (Includes Digital Syllabus)-Reviewing Adulterated, Substituted, Invalid and Dilute Results

Reviewing Adulterated, Substituted, Invalid and Dilute Results

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Video Summary

The video discusses the review of four different kinds of laboratory reports: adulterated specimens, substituted specimens, invalid specimens, and dilute specimens. Adulterated specimens contain substances that shouldn't be present or are at abnormal levels. Substituted specimens have specific gravity and creatinine levels that are either extremely dilute or highly concentrated. Invalid specimens occur when testing is interfered with, often due to unidentified adulterants or interfering substances. Dilute specimens have specific gravity and creatinine levels within specific ranges. The video provides guidance on how to handle each type of report as an MRO, including interviewing the donor, offering a split sample, and considering legitimate medical explanations. The viewer is encouraged to study a chart provided for clear interpretation. No credits are mentioned in the transcript.

Keywords

laboratory reports

adulterated specimens

substituted specimens

invalid specimens

dilute specimens