Historical
C34-A2
Sweat Testing: Sample Collection and Quantitative Analysis; Approved Guideline - Second Edition
Sweat Testing: Sample Collection and Quantitative Analysis; Approved Guideline (NCCLS document C34-A) is a guideline for the performance of the sweat test for the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis. The primary audience includes laboratory and clinical personnel responsible for collecting, analyzing, reporting, and evaluating sweat test results. Sweat stimulation, collection, and the quantitative analysis of sweat chloride and sodium are described, with an emphasis on avoiding evaporation and contamination. Quality control issues associated with sweat testing are discussed, along with analytical and biological sources of error. FDA
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Clinical And Laboratory Standards Institute [clsi]
