Name 5 common errors in pipetting that will affect the laboratorian.

Laboratory liquid handling quality assurance programs commonly focus on pipette calibration, repair and maintenance. Best practices are crucial in laboratories to provide reliable and error-free liquid delivery.

Sources of errors in pipetting include improper operator technique to fluid viscosity issues, variable environmental factors and internal pipette component damage. The following measures can go a long way in ensuring accuracy in pipetting:

• Choose the right pipette that suits your application - There are different types of pipetting systems such as volumetric, micro pipettes and measuring pipettes.

  Based on the required volume, choose the right instrument. Test accuracy improves if there is a small difference between the volume minimum on the pipette and the volume being tested.

  Pipette error value

• Pipette error value
• Uncertainty of pipette 10 ml
• Micropipette error range
• How to reduce pipetting errors
• Why should mouth pipetting be avoided in the laboratory
• A contamination-free pipette promotes accuracy - It is important to clean the pipette before and after every use. Check for any damage and ensure that the device is in working order and that there is no damage prior to beginning work.

• Service your pipette every 6-12 months - The se