This template was created to simplify calculation of QC Limits based on Total Allowable Error for the Analyte.
Use the template to ensure established QC limits are within the industry allowable error limits,.. such as CLIA Proficiency Testing Limits which are attached to the template.
Other sources of TEa Limits:
Westgard - 2024 Proposed PT Acceptance Limits
Westgard - Chemistry Performance Specifications (TEa)
Data Innovations - Allowable Total Error Table
2019 Proposed Rules to update PT Allowable Error Limits
(See list of additions near bottom of document)
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