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FOREWORD
HTAA, KUANTAN
It has been 7 years since the 4th edition of HTAA Pathology Service Handbook (2011) was
distributed. Since then there have been many changes in terms of types and methodology of
the tests offered to our clients. Outdated tests have been replaced by new ones and there has
been an expansion in the range of tests as well as the setting up of a Molecular Laboratory for
PCR testing.
The information in this handbook is to help laboratory users on the correct procedures of
samples and results management. The accuracy of results as we all know are dependant on
the quality of samples collected. Hence, we have taken great pain to advice on the correct
procedure of sample taking and transportation. Therefore we hope that this handbook will be
utilised well by every user.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Hospital Director for his strong support as well
as our clinicians for their feedback and welcome comments following further improvement of
this edition.
The success of this handbook will not be achieved without the hard work of my staff and I would
like to say “SYABAS, WELL DONE” to all those involved directly and indirectly in this.
DR NORRA HARUN
Consultant Pathologist &
Head of Pathology Department,
Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan.
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