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Case 11 — Comparing laboratory methods across years Ask whether assay, instrument, units or reference intervals changed and retain both original repor...

Before comparing laboratories, ask whether sample handling, method conditions and reporting definitions are available. Missing details should be visib...

Case 46 — Exploratory subgroup analysis: keep the label visible · source wording exercise Summary draft for “Exploratory subgroup analysis: keep the l...

Case 11 — Comparing laboratory methods across years Clarification for “Comparing laboratory methods across years”: the point beginning “Ask whether as...

Explain the study’s scope and limitations without recommending a treatment change. Individual decisions belong with a qualified clinician who can asse...

Clarification for “Reference management: distinguish primary and secondary sources”: the point beginning “Locate the primary study and confirm that it...

Method note for “Exploratory subgroup analysis: keep the label visible”: use “State whether it was prespecified and how…” as a row heading in a propos...

Create separate columns for the quantity measured, method, units and denominator. Do not subtract the two percentages as though they represented a dis...

Case 4 — An evidence table with room for negative findings Clarification for “An evidence table with room for negative findings”: the point beginning ...

Method note for “A literature note that separates hypothesis from observation”: use “State the study design and what was actually measured…” as a row ...