Said: There is no need to panic here. Per my Abbott i-STAT rep, this letter is informational and doesn't require any action. This sentence in the letter is the key  APOC has been in communication and continues to work closely...

Said: I agree with Max. CAP does not require comparisons for waived testing, but does require PT or alternative assessment.

Said: I'm fairly new to the POC world...what is the reasoning that I should pull this test from use in our ER? Is it  because lack of FDA clearance means the hospital won't get reimbursed/paid  (to whatever extent) for the tests? Wh...

Said: Upon notification yesterday from our Rep, we have ceased usage of the i-STAT Troponin cartridges at our freestanding ED and are sending the samples via STAT courier to the main lab (a city over) until we can get further guidance from CL...