Is It Really Out of Linearity? Common Laboratory Interferences Explained #PathologyLaboratory

Many Biomedical Scientists think every result outside the analyser's range should simply be diluted. But what if the real problem isn't the concentration—it's the sample itself? Have you ever wondered whether an unexpected laboratory result is truly outside the analyser's linear range, or simply affected by sample interference? In this video, I explain the important difference between linearity and analytical interference, focusing on the impact of haemolysis, lipaemia, and icterus (HIL) on laboratory results. Using practical examples from routine laboratory practice, I discuss how these common interferences can affect result accuracy and the steps Biomedical Scientists should take before deciding to dilute, repeat, reject, or report a sample. In this video, you'll learn: 🔬 The difference between linearity and analytical interference 🩸 How haemolysis affects laboratory results 🥛 How lipaemia can produce falsely elevated or reduced analyte values 🟡 How icterus interferes with certain analytical methods 📊 When dilution is appropriate—and when it is not ✅ Best practice approaches to ensure accurate and reliable patient results This video is designed for Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Scientists, Clinical Laboratory Scientists, Medical Technologists, Healthcare Scientists, laboratory trainees, and students who want to strengthen their practical laboratory knowledge. If you find this content helpful, please Like, Subscribe, and Share with colleagues and fellow laboratory professionals. The Lab Science Hub Practical Learning for Laboratory Professionals Worldwide Connect with me: 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 WhatsApp: +44 7496 831779 #BiomedicalScience #MedicalLaboratoryScience #LaboratoryMedicine #Pathology #ClinicalChemistry #Haematology #QualityManagement #ISO15189 #LaboratoryEducation #MedicalLaboratoryTechnologist Subscribe for More Content Get the Book You can get a copy on Amazon: For paperback https://www.amazon.co.uk/MULTIDISCIPL... For hardcover https://www.amazon.co.uk/MULTIDISCIPL... For eBook https://www.amazon.co.uk/MULTIDISCIPL...