| Description |
1 online resource (193 p.) |
| Series |
Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproductive Techniques Series |
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Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproductive Techniques Series
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| Contents |
Cover -- Half Title -- Series -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Preface -- 1. Introduction to QC in ART Labs -- 1.1 Schematic Overview -- 1.2 Regulatory Overview: ART Labs and Embryologists Worldwide -- 1.3 ART Regulations in the United States of America -- 1.3.1 For Embryologists -- 1.4 ART Regulations in Brazil -- 1.5 ART Regulations in Europe -- 1.6 ART Regulations in France -- 1.7 ART Regulations in Spain -- 1.7.1 For Embryologists -- 1.8 ART Regulations in Australia -- 1.8.1 For Embryologists -- 1.9 ART Regulations in China -- 1.10 ART Regulations in Japan |
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1.11 ART Regulations in India -- 1.12 The Impact of the ART Bill 2020 -- 2. Internal Quality Control and External Quality Control -- 2.1 Control Samples -- 2.2 Frequency of Internal QC -- 2.3 External Quality Control -- 2.4 Proficiency Testing Programmes -- 2.5 Inter-Laboratory Comparisons -- 2.6 Exchange of Personnel -- 2.7 Steps in Personnel Exchange -- 2.8 Collaborative Research Projects -- 2.9 Steps Involved in Research Projects -- 2.10 Addressing Discrepancies -- 2.10.1 Review Testing Protocols -- 2.10.2 Comparison of Methods with Other Centres -- 2.10.3 Corrective Actions |
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2.10.4 Re-Evaluation of Performance -- 2.11 Analytical QC in ART Laboratory Tests -- 2.11.1 Sperm Count -- 2.12 Process of Troubleshooting in the ART Lab -- 2.13 Identifying the Issue -- 2.14 Gathering Information -- 2.15 Consulting Resources -- 2.16 Executing the Result -- 2.17 Monitoring Progress -- 2.18 Communication -- 3. Quality Control Tools: Risk Management -- 3.1 Risk Assessment -- 3.2 Risk Matrix -- 3.3 Risk Mitigation -- 3.4 Control Charts -- 3.5 Terms in Control Charts -- 3.6 Frequently Used Control Charts -- 3.7 Types of Control Charts -- 3.7.1 Levey-Jennings Charts |
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3.8 Example of Levey-Jennings Control Chart on ICSI Degeneration -- 3.9 Shewhart Control Charts -- 3.9.1 Key Characteristics of Shewhart Charts -- 3.10 Explanation of EWMA -- 3.11 Analysing the Control Chart -- 3.12 Quality Indicators -- 3.13 Kaizen in ART Labs -- 3.13.1 Principles of Kaizen -- 3.14 Implementation of 6S Methodology in ART Laboratories -- 3.14.1 Understanding the 6S Methodology -- 3.14.2 Benefits of 6S -- 4. Environmental Monitoring -- 4.1 Sources of Contamination in ART Labs -- 4.1.1 Microbial Contamination -- 4.1.2 Chemical Contamination -- 4.1.3 Physical Contamination |
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4.1.4 Personnel Contamination -- 4.2 Prevention of Personnel Contamination -- 4.2.1 Hand Hygiene -- 4.2.2 Staff Training -- 4.3 Cross-Contamination -- 4.3.1 Prevention of Cross-Personnel Contamination -- 4.4 Air Quality in ART Labs -- 4.4.1 Factors Affecting Air Quality in ART Labs -- 4.5 Parameters for Air Quality Monitoring -- 4.5.1 Temperature -- 4.5.2 Humidity Control -- 4.5.3 Air Pressure Control -- 4.5.4 Particulate Matter -- 4.5.5 Monitoring Volatile Organic Compounds -- 4.6 Microbial Contaminant Monitoring -- 4.7 Strategies for Maintaining Optimal Air Quality |
| Summary |
This guide provides an overview of quality control in ART laboratories. It explores frameworks and essential tools necessary for effective quality management. The fields of monitoring, equipment maintenance, and the intricate aspects of embryo care and cryopreservation are thoroughly examined |
| Notes |
Description based upon print version of record |
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4.7.1 Proper Laboratory Design |
| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781003853008 |
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1003853005 |
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