October 4, 2022
Learning to Pipette

Lab Report 8: The Use of Multichannel Pipettes

It all starts with a single channel Accurate volumetric measurements and transfers are essential to all laboratories concerned with maintaining high levels of quality and productivity. […]
March 15, 2014

Lab Report 1: How Many Data Points

Human beings are creatures of habit We often seek stability and continuity and are wary of change. However, inspection, evaluation, and subsequent change are often necessary […]
March 10, 2014

Lab Report 2: Impact of Pipetting Technique

The pipette is a reliable precision instrument that has been used and trusted for many years. However, as with many forms of instrumentation, a pipette will […]
March 1, 2014

Lab Report 3: Pipette Use and Ergonomics

Any work environment including the laboratory, can be a source of ergonomic stress. Laboratorians that use pipettes frequently may find not only their health, but their proficiency […]
February 20, 2014
Defining Accuracy, Precision and Trueness

Lab Report 4: Defining Accuracy, Precision and Trueness

Language influences thinking and careful use of words when evaluating data allows us to understand how best to improve laboratory accuracy. Accuracy is a particularly important concept […]
February 10, 2014
Artel's suggested initial tolerance limits

Lab Report 5: Setting Tolerances for Pipettes in the Laboratory

The performance of mechanical action pipettes must be tested periodically to ensure accurate liquid delivery. The results of such testing then may be compared with pre-established tolerances, […]
February 1, 2014
Pipette Failures in the Laboratory

Lab Report 6: Calibration Frequency for Pipettes

Understanding how pipettes fail Silent Failures Mechanical action pipettes, unlike the original glass pipette, contain many internal parts. Some pipette failures are evident, either to the […]
October 22, 2013
Pre-training skills assessment

Lab Report 7: Facilitating Assay Transfer by Controlling Liquid Handling Variables

Assay transfer is one of the most complex activities in laboratories today. Successful assay transfer ensures that new results are comparable to historical data. Whether it […]