本指南提供了对质谱的一般理解，以及指示其在临床实验室中应用的原则。 它包括指导、参考和质量保证标记，将有助于质谱（MS）系统在其许多应用中的实施和正确操作。其中包括有关保持最佳性能、确保准确和精确质量测量的方法、方法验证、仪器内和仪器间分析的质量控制、仪器故障排除、样品制备、结果解释和技术限制的信息。 CLSI-IFCC联合项目。这份文件不再作为我们协商一致进程的一部分进行审查。然而，由于它对医疗保健界的有限部分有用，我们将继续提供该文档的信息内容。

This guideline provides a general understanding of mass spectrometry and the principles that dictate its application in the clinical laboratory. It includes guidance, references, and quality assurance markers that will assist with the implementation and correct operation of a mass spectrometry (MS) system for its many applications. Information on maintaining optimum performance, approaches to ensuring accurate and precise mass measurement, verification of methods, quality control of assays within and between instruments, instrument troubleshooting, sample preparation, interpretation of results, and limitations of the technology is included. A CLSI-IFCC joint project.This document is no longer being reviewed as part of our consensus process. However, because of its usefulness to a limited segment of the healthcare community, we are continuing to make the document available for its informational content.