Reference Intervals: Comparison of Calculation Methods and Evaluation of Procedures for Merging Reference Measurements From Two US Medical Centers.
Conclusions: Parametric methods are recommended when inappropriate values cannot be excluded. The nonparametric procedures may generate wider RIs. Data sets larger than 200 are recommended for robust estimates. Caution should be exercised when merging intrainstitutional data.
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Source: American Journal of Clinical Pathology - Category: Pathology Authors: Klee GG, Ichihara K, Ozarda Y, Baumann NA, Straseski J, Bryant SC, Wood-Wentz CM Tags: Am J Clin Pathol Source Type: research