Welcome to Ask Stago, the Podcast dedicated to provide expert answers to your expert questions in coagulation.
In today’s episode,** Anne-Cécile Ortega** will further explain what a MyOptiLab audit is — a service offered by Stago that involves a comprehensive workflow study using the Lean Six Sigma methodology. This audit is designed to help laboratories enhance their efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and optimizing processes.
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Content is scientific and technical in nature. It is intended as an educational tool for laboratory professionals and topics discussed are not intended as recommendations or as commentary on appropriate clinical practice.
