Request Repeat Specimens Repeat Specimens Request Form IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Repeat specimens in the event of an EQA failure will only be available for three months after the closing date of the distribution. After this time, repeat specimens are no longer available. Position statementThe production of EQA (PT) samples is based on the acquisition of disease-marker positive material which has been well-characterised for the particular marker and also for unwanted pathogens. Most materials are obtained at significant expense and then further manipulated to ensure all recipients of the EQA samples receive a homogeneous representation of the batch and one that is stable for the period of the distribution.The primary goal of EQA is to assist laboratories in an assessment of their performance which is based on benchmarking against other laboratories and methodologies. Therefore the primary need for spare samples is to help laboratories identify the problems causing any failed EQA. There are also secondary benefits to this assessment such as identification of kit or batch problems, methodology issues and increased scientific debate. However, the most important aspect of EQA remains with the learning and educational benefits that arise from the exercise.With the introduction of ISO 15189:2012, the requests for spare EQA samples for use in verification of new test platforms have increased markedly to the point where the primary function of the spares (to investigate EQA failures) is at risk for availability and is causing unnecessary pressure on staffing requirements. Examination of several published papers and articles has shown that whilst EQA samples can be used for verification, they are not the only source and in some authors’ opinions, not the best source. Tibbetts1; Burd2; Khatami3Therefore, it is now the policy of UK NEQAS for Microbiology to not provide free extra samples for the purpose of verification and/or validation of new test kits and methodologies. All requests for panels for verification will be reviewed.1 Tibbetts, R. J. Clinical Microbiology Newsletter 37:19,20152 Burd, E. M. Clinical Microbiology Reviews, July 2010, p. 550–576 Vol. 23, No. 3 doi:10.1128/CMR.00074-093 Khatami Z., Hill, R; Sturgeon C., Kearney E., Breadon P., & Kallner A. Measurement verification in the clinical laboratory: A guide to assessing analytical performance during the acceptance testing of methods (quantitative examination procedures) and/or analysers. Association for Clinical BiochemistryPlease acknowledge and accept to continue for requests for repeat samples to investigate EQA failures only. Repeats samples where the distribution closed more than 3 months cannot be provided. All requests for reasons other than EQA failure investigation must be made to organiser@ukneqasmicro.org.uk *I acceptThis forms is only for requests related to EQA failure investigations. All other reasons for requests must be sent to organiser@ukneqasmicro.org.uk Lab Identification No:* Request by:* Email* Distribution No:* Telephone Scheme Name:*AAFB microscopyAnti-HBs detectionAntifungal susceptibilityAntimicrobial susceptibilityBacterial Identification Blood borne virusesBlood donor screenBlood parasitologyC. trachomatis & N. gonorrhoeae (molecular)Clostridium difficile CMV DNA quantificationCommunity MedicineCryptococcal antigen detectionDiagnostic serology hepatitis EBV DNA quantification Faecal parasitologyFaecal pathogensFungal biomarkersGeneral bacteriologyGenital pathogensHepatitis B DNA quantificationHepatitis B serologyHepatitis C RNA detectionHepatitis C serologyHepatitis E serologyHIV Point of CareHIV serologyHIV1 RNA quantificationImmunity screenInterpretive commentsMalaria (Molecular)Malaria rapidMeasles and Mumps IgG serologyMolecular detection of HEV RNAMolecular detection of HPVMolecular detection of respiratory virusesMolecular detection of SARS-CoV-2MRSA screeningMycobacteria (molecular)Mycobacterium cultureMycologyMycology teachingParasite serologyParasitology teaching (blood)Parasitology teaching (faecal)Parvovirus B19 and Rubella serologyRespiratory Rapid: RSVRubella IgG serologySyphilis serologyToxoplasma serologyUrinary AntigensViral GastroenteritisViruses in CSF (molecular) How many repeat samples do you need?*Select value123456 Specimen No. 1:* 1_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 1_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Specimen No. 2:* 2_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 2_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Specimen No. 3:* 3_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 3_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Specimen No. 4:* 4_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 4_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Specimen No. 5:* 5_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 5_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Specimen No. 6:* 6_1. Your score is less than 2?*NoYes, Please enter your result 6_2. The result obtained differs from intended results?*NoYes, Please enter your result“Either the score is less than 2 or your results obtained differ from the intended results, please review your responses.” Verification:SubmitReset