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- Introduction
- Requirements of GLP
- Stepwise GLP in QC
- Audit Findings
- Issues due to not following GLP
- Future Trends in GLP
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Introduction
Introduction
Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) deals with the organization, process and conditions
under which laboratory studies are planned, performed, monitored, recorded and
reported.
GLP data are intended to promote the quality and validity of test data.
If experimental work is conducted in compliance with GLP, with or without the aid of
computer, it should be possible for an inspector, maybe four or five years hence, to look
at the records of the work and determine easily why, how and by whom the work was
done, who was in control, what equipment was used, the results obtained, any problems
that were encountered and how they were overcome.
Introduction
Good laboratory practice requires testing normal and abnormal controls for each test
atleast daily to monitor the analytical process.
The results should be competently evaluated to determine whether the sample complies
with the specifications or other relevant criteria.
Introduction
In the early 90s the focus of inspections was on basic requirements of GLP and GMP,
but then it changed to equipment hardware and later on to software and computer
systems.
Today, the clear focus is on Quality control, Microbiology, Laboratory controls, data
security, traceability and integrity of electronic records, driven mainly but not only by
FDAs regulation 21 CFR Part 11.
Requirements of GLP
Requirements of GLP
Requirements of GLP
Requirements of GLP
Stepwise GLP in QC
Stepwise GLP in QC.
Lab Reagents ,
Chemicals Glassware Computers Sampling Microbiology Stability
Entry etc
Document Chromato
Lab Safety Instruments Standards Weighing Investigations
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Lab Upkeep
Lab
Procedures
Log Measurin
Sample
Preparati
Lab
Behavior Books g Volume
on Exit
Activity wise GLP in QC
People
QC ACTIVITIES
Sampling
LAB MANAGEMENT
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Lab entry& exit
Lab safety Procedures Weighing
Reagents, Measuring volume
Lab upkeep
Chemicals & Sample preparation
Lab behavior Solvents Chromatography
Standards Microbiology
Glassware Stability
Instruments Documentation
Log Books Investigations
Computers
Laboratory Entry
Laboratory Entry
The entry procedure may vary depending on the nature of the laboratory (e.g.
Microbiology / QC laboratory of sterile plant / QC Laboratory of Solid dosages).
All the persons who work in laboratory must undergo regular health checkups.
All the persons must be trained on health hazards associated with chemicals and
protective measures.
Exposure to various chemicals / Drugs could cause a serious allergic reaction asthma,
and other respiratory problems.
These MSDSs on Infectious Agents are organized to contain health hazard information
such as infectious dose, viability (including decontamination), medical information,
laboratory hazard, recommended precautions, handling information and spill procedures.
Laboratory Health & Safety
Before entering the laboratory it is mandatory to know the lab safety procedures
thoroughly.
If you or your lab partner is hurt, immediately (and loudly) yell out the others
attention. Do not panic.
If a chemical splash in your eye(s) or on your skin, immediately flush with running water
for at least 20 minutes.
Avoid using electric extension cords whenever possible. If you must use one, obtain a
heavy- duty one that is electrically grounded, with its own fuse, and install it safely.
Extension cords should not go under doors, across aisles, be hung from the ceiling, or
plugged into other extension cords.
When using compressed air, use only approved nozzles and never direct the air towards
any person.
Make sure all chemicals are clearly and correctly labeled with the substance
name, concentration, date, and validity.
Never allow a solvent to come in contact with your skin. Always use gloves.
Heated glassware remain very hot for a long time. They should be set aside in a
designated place to cool, and picked up with caution. Use tongs or heat
protective gloves if necessary.
Laboratory Health & Safety
Do not touch the reagents / solvents / standards / drugs with bare hands.
Do not keep any article which blocks the passage / emergency exit.
Do not handle broken glass with your bare hands. Use a brush and dustpan to clean up
broken glass. Place broken glass in the designated glass disposal container.
Laboratory Health & Safety
Stop your work, or that of your colleagues when you are concerned or
suspicious of danger or unnecessary risk.
Keep the poisonous chemicals and reagents under lock & key and usage record
shall be maintained.
Maintain unobstructed access to all exits, fire extinguishers, electrical panels, emergency
showers, and eye washes.
Do not store heavy items above table height. Any overhead storage of supplies on top of
cabinets should be limited to lightweight items only. Also, remember that a 36" diameter
area around all fire sprinkler heads must be kept clear at all times.
Chemicals should not be stored in the lab haphazardly. Many chemicals are incompatible
with others and improper storage can be quite dangerous.
Many compounds have specific storage requirements and these are often listed on the
label.
Corrosive liquids (e.g. mineral acids, alkali solutions and some oxidizers) represent a
very significant hazard because skin or eye contact can readily occur from splashes and
their effect on human tissue generally takes place very rapidly. Bromine, sodium
hydroxide, sulfuric acid and hydrogen peroxide are examples of highly corrosive liquids.
Laboratory Upkeep
Corrosive gases and vapors are hazardous to all parts of the body; certain organs (e.g.
the eyes and the respiratory tract) are particularly sensitive. The magnitude of the effect
is related to the solubility of the material in the body fluids. Highly soluble gases (e.g.
ammonia, hydrogen chloride) cause severe nose and throat irritation, while substances
of lower solubility (e.g. nitrogen dioxide, phosgene, sulfur dioxide) can penetrate deep
into the lungs.
Regulators and valves should be closed when the cylinder is not in use and flushed with
dry air or nitrogen after use.
When corrosive gases are to be discharged into a liquid, a trap, check valve, or vacuum
break device should be employed to prevent dangerous reverse flow.
Laboratory Upkeep
When mixing with water, always slowly add the corrosive solid to
water, stirring continuously. Cooling may be necessary.
Light sensitive drugs can be affected by sunlight (ultraviolet light) or by artificial light (like
fluorescent light). Proper precautions shall be taken to store, handle the Light sensitive
products.
The Room Temperature & the Humidity shall be controlled and monitored in the
laboratory.
The area of the sample storage in the laboratory shall be mapped for temperature and
documented appropriately.
The samples which are supposed to store at other temperature (Refrigerated / Freezer)
shall be stored appropriately.
Laboratory Upkeep - 5 S principle
1. Sort
Document baseline work area before condition (pictures, audits, etc.)
Perform the initial cleaning of the work area
Separate the necessary items from unnecessary items
Remove unnecessary items from the work area
Laboratory Upkeep - 5 S principle
1. Sort
Sorting Methodology:
2. Set in Order
Identify necessary tools, equipment, supplies, etc.
Determine location for necessary items
Designate & outline permanent locations for items
Laboratory Upkeep - 5 S principle
2. Set in Order
3. Shine
3. Shine
Prevent contamination
Inspect daily
4. Standardise
Develop SOPs
5. Sustain
Establish procedures on 5 S.
If errors are obvious, such as the spilling of a sample solution or the incomplete transfer
of a sample composite, the analyst should immediately document what happened.
Scientists should not knowingly continue an analysis they expect to invalidate at a later
time for an assignable cause (i.e., analyses should not be completed for the sole
purpose of seeing what results can be obtained when obvious errors are known).
Analysts should check the data for compliance with test specifications before discarding
test preparations or standard preparations.
Be able to confirm that employees are qualified for their positions by having a current CV
and Job description on file.
All the critical instruments (new & modified) must be Validated (IQ/OQ/PQ) and
Calibrated.
All instruments must be labeled with Calibration status & due date.
All the instruments must have usage and maintenance log books.
All reagents and solutions in the laboratory areas shall be labeled to indicate
identity, titer or concentration, storage requirements, and expiration date.
If reagents and solutions used for non-regulated work are stored in the same
room as reagents for regulated studies, all reagents must be labeled.
Reagents that are not adequately labeled, even if not intended for use in
regulated studies, may have an adverse effect on regulated laboratory work. It is
also good practice to include the Date opened. This can be critical for some
chemicals such as ether.
Reagents, Chemicals & Solvents
The expiration date depends on the nature of the chemical. E.g. Sodium chloride has
practically no expiration date. In these cases it might be acceptable to indicate NONE or
Not applicable (N/A) on the label for expiration date.
The laboratory must be prepared to justify this designation. Formal studies are not
required to justify assigned expiration dates.
The label should indicate special environmental conditions, for example Refrigerate or
Protect from light.
These procedures describe the methods that will be used to implement and
perform the stated policies.
The procedures define who should perform the specific tasks, when the task
should be done, and where the documentation will be made showing that task was
performed.
The Procedure (Standard Operating Procedures) shall be reviewed periodically.
SOPs should preferably be written in the laboratory close to the instrument, and
not in an office. It should be either written or thoroughly reviewed by the
instruments operators.
SOPs should not be written to explain how procedures are supposed to work, but
how they work.
Procedures
printing history.
Procedures
Copies of SOPs for equipment should be located close to the instruments and
must be easily accessible by operators.
Instructions for qualification and calibration include the actions to be taken when an instrument fails
calibration.
Out of specification/out of trend results, deviations and investigations include some type of root cause
analysis steps to help identify the cause of the issues and prevent it from occurring in the future.
The use and security of lab software, including data acquisition software and LIMS (Laboratory Information
Management System).
To define the process for receiving samples and how samples are managed within the lab.
Log Books
Log Books
All entries should note the date and time of the entry / observation.
Never leave blank spaces and never erase or remove material added. Draw lines
through any blank spaces at the same time of making entries.
Policy
Work Instructions
Work instructions are usually department, machine, task, or product oriented an spell how a job will be done.
The instructions are the most detailed of the documentation hierarchy. A work instruction may be in the form of
a detailed drawing, recipe, routing sheet, specific job function or simply a sample for comparison or conformity.
Records
Records are a way of documenting that the policies, procedures, and work instructions have been followed.
Records may be forms that are filled out, a stamp of approval on a product, or a signature and date on some
type of document, such as routing sheet. Records are used to provide traceability of actions taken on a specific
product or batch of products. They provide data for corrective actions and a way of recalling products, if
necessary.
Documentation
Raw Data
Raw data refers to any laboratory worksheets, records, memoranda, notes, or exact copies thereof, that are the
results of original observations and activities of a study. The term covers all data necessary for the
reconstruction of the report of the study. Raw data may include handwritten notes, photographs, microfiche
copies, computer print-outs, magnetic media, dictated observations, and electronically recorded data from
automated instruments. Examples include results of environmental monitoring, instrument calibration records,
and integrator output from analytical equipment. Raw data may also be entries in a worksheet used to read and
note information from the LED display of an analytical instrument..
Sampling
Sampling
Sampling tools should be available to the sampler, e.g. to open
containers (knives, hammers,...), material to reclose the packages
(sealing tape), self-adhesive labels to indicate that some of the
contents have been removed, etc...
Washing facilities should be located in, or close to, the sampling area.
Security and adequate storage conditions (light, ventilation, safety requirements, and any special
requirements) should be ensured for the rooms in which samples are stored.
Samples should be stored according to the storage conditions as specified for the respective API, excipient or
drug product.
Packaging materials similar to those in which the bulk is supplied should be used for long-term storage.
Weighing
Weighing
Selection of the suitable balance based on the definition as well as
considering other balance characteristics such as balance
readability, minimum weight, capacity, accuracy, built-in calibration
and uncertainty values.
Use Qualified & Calibrated analytical balance.
Weighing result, as obtained during an analysis period is influenced
by a series of factors relating to balance and ambient conditions.
However, one should also consider sample features during weighing
process. Samples that are liquids, can undergo process of
evaporation.
A factor reverse to evaporation is absorption of moisture from
ambient air by a sample. it is very important in case of hygroscopic
samples.
The effect of moisture absorption is differences in mass
determination, each measurement will have higher mass readout
than the previous one. For the purpose of proper weighing of such
substances, weighing vessel should be clean and dry.
Measuring Volume
Measuring Volume
Volume may be measured reliably with a pipette, a burette, or a volumetric
flask.
TC pipettes deliver all the volume including the tip, and then must be "blown
out" to get the last drop. Blowing out is done using the associated pipette
pump, NEVER your mouth.
The Mohr pipette is shown on the left, the
graduation lines stop short of the tip,
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Sample Preparation
Sample Preparation
Sonication:
Frequently change the solution in the bath. Solutions that become contaminated with
particles that settle on the bottom of the bath will decrease ultrasonic activity.
Do not place sample containers directly on the bottom of the bath. Containers on the
bottom of the bath will decrease cavitation and will damage the transducer because
they reflect the ultrasonic energy back to the transducer.
Containers should be placed in an open mesh basket or in an insert tray or be
suspended in the solution to position the container in the optimal zone of the bath and to
allow the ultrasonic waves to penetrate around the containers.
Degas the solution in the bath by sonicating for 510 min to enhance cavitation prior to
sonicating samples.
Sonication often results in heating of sample solutions. If using volumetric flasks,
sonicated sample solutions should be allowed to cool to room temperature before they
are diluted to volume. Since sonication induces localized areas of high temperature, this
may adversely affect thermally labile compounds.
Sample Preparation
Eliminating Insoluble Particles:
Centrifugation shall be performed as specified in the validated method for specified
time.
Filter membrane selection based on analyte and solvent properties, so the filters shall
be used as specified in the validated method.
Filters with pore size distribution around 0.45 m are suitable for most applications,
although high efficiency LC columns with particles of < 3 m usually require filtration of
particles of 0.2 m.
It is important that the selected filter is validated during the validation exercise to ensure
that the active or related impurities are not lost to the filter and that no significant
interferences are generated by the selected filter.
As part of this process, one needs to study the effect of wetting the filter prior to sample
collection. Usually the first 5 mL of the eluate are discarded to obtain acceptable and
reproducible recoveries.
Chromatography
Chromatography
All reagents and solvents should be of the highest
quality. HPLC grade reagents may cost slightly more
than lower grade reagents, but the difference in purity is
marked.
Safety first. The Micro Lab should practice aseptic techniques during testing in general, to avoid microbial
contamination and false positives.
In the Micro Lab, areas where EM, water, or product samples are handled/incubated must be adequately
separated from areas where there are tests that involve live cultures or sub-culturing, microbial ID or
investigations.
Housekeeping must be properly maintained to prevent use of expired or contaminated testing mats.
Verify cleanliness of work stations, cleared of extraneous or previous test residue, prompt removal of refuse,
and clean utensils and equipment
Stability
Stability
Stability
Establish approved procedures for
Conducting Stability studies
Withdrawal of Stability studies
Investigation of deviations, incidences, OOT and OOS results.
The alarm might be cleared only when a user ID and password is entered.
Monitor the temperature & Humidity of the stability chambers. All the fluctuations shall be corrected,
documented and justified.
Investigations
Investigations
Investigations
Investigations of "Out of Specification (OOS) / Out of Trend (OOT)/ Atypical -results" have to be
done in cases of:
Batch release testing and testing of starting materials.
In-Process Control testing: if data is used for batch calculations/decisions and if in a dossier and on
Certificates of Analysis.
Stability studies on marketed batches of finished products and or active pharmaceutical ingredients, on-
going / follow up stability (no stress tests)
Previous released batch used as reference sample in an OOS investigation showing OOS or suspect
results.
All solutions and reagents must be retained until all data has been second person verified as being
within the defined acceptance criteria.
Investigations
Pharmacopoeia have specific criteria for additional analyses of specific tests (i.e. dissolution level
specification for S1, S2 & S3 testing; Uniformity of dosage units specification for testing of 20
additional units; Sterility Testing).
However if the sample test criteria is usually the first level of testing and a sample has to be tested
to the next level this should be investigated as it is not following the normal trend.
Unexpected results and/or events should be documented and thoroughly investigated.
It is not sufficient to determine that additional training is required for the analyst or glassware wasnt
adequately cleaned. Regardless of the method used, it the investigation steps and results need to
be clearly documented. Include supporting documentation so that anyone reading the investigation
report understands the actions taken and the corresponding results. In the event that the cause
cannot be identified, be sure the investigation report illustrates that adequate measures were taken
to attempt to identify the cause.
Dont stop at identifying the root cause. Put a plan in place to resolve the issue in the current
situation and prevent it from occurring in the future, and then follow through to initiate the plan and
evaluate if it has the desired results.
Laboratory Exit
Laboratory Exit
Incomplete specifications.
Incomplete/inadequate specifications.
Incomplete testing.
Method validation report does not specify the revision of the analytical method
used at the time of validation.
US FDA Audit Findings Laboratory Controls
Failure to maintain laboratory control records with complete data derived from all tests conducted
to ensure compliance with established specifications and standards, including examinations and
assays.
Your firm failed to establish laboratory controls that include scientifically sound and appropriate
specifications, standards, sampling plans, and test procedures designed to assure that
components, drug product containers, closures, in-process materials, labeling, and drug products
conform to appropriate standards of identity, strength, quality, and purity (21 CFR 211.160(b)).
Your firm failed to ensure that laboratory records included complete data derived from all tests
necessary to assure compliance with established specifications and standards (21 CFR
211.194(a)).
Your laboratorys written procedure failed to establish proper retesting practices for out-of-
specification results.
US FDA Audit Findings Laboratory Controls
Your firm failed to thoroughly investigate any unexplained discrepancy or failure of a batch or any
of its components to meet any of its specifications, whether or not the batch has already been
distributed (21 CFR 211.192).
Your firm failed to investigate and document out-of-specification results according to a procedure.
Your laboratorys written procedure failed to establish proper retesting practices for out-of-
specification results.
Recognizing that an Out-of-Specification Test Result was obtained in [REDACTION] specification
of [REDACTION] as per requirement of your Quality Control/Quality Assurance Standard
Operating Procedure for OOS Investigation, SOP Number 2802, Reporting, Investigation and
Disposition of Out of Specification (OOS) Laboratory Results, effective 02/05/09 and previous
revisions, it appears that you avoided to perform an Investigation for the assay test result
of [REDACTION].
The Quality Unit is not initiating investigations and documentation of those investigations in a
timely manner.
US FDA Audit Findings Laboratory Controls
Your firm does not have adequate written procedures for production and process controls
designed to assure that the drug products you manufacture have the identity, strength, quality, and
purity they purport or are represented to possess [21 C.F.R. 211.100(a)].
Failure to have an API stability program to monitor stability characteristics of your firms APIs, and
failure to set an expiry or retest date for APIs based on the evaluation of data derived from stability
studies.
Your laboratorys written procedure failed to establish proper retesting practices for out-of-
specification results.
Your firm failed to establish and follow an adequate written testing program designed to assess
the stability characteristics of drug products and to use results of such stability testing to
determine appropriate storage conditions and expiration dates (21 CFR 211.166(a)).
Your firms quality control unit failed to review and approve all drug product production and control
records to determine compliance with all established, approved written procedures before a batch
is released or distributed (21 CFR 211.192).
US FDA Audit Findings Microbiology
Your firm failed to establish and follow appropriate written procedures that are
designed to prevent microbiological contamination of drug products purporting to
be sterile, and that include validation of all aseptic and sterilization processes (21
CFR 211.113(b)).
Your firm failed to establish maximum holding times for vials used in media fills,
prior to incubation
US FDA Audit Findings Microbiology
Your firm failed to establish and follow appropriate written procedures that are
designed to prevent microbiological contamination of drug products purporting to
be sterile, and that include validation of all aseptic and sterilization processes (21
CFR 211.113(b)).
Your firm failed to establish maximum holding times for vials used in media fills,
prior to incubation
Issues due to not following GLP
Issues due to not following GLP
Accidents / Incidents
Lack of Lab Safety Health Hazards
Accidents / Incidents
Lack of Lab Behavior Erratic results
The Good Laboratory Practices shall be followed strictly in the Quality control laboratories
of all analytical laboratories i.e. in pharmaceutical QC lab, Analytical R &D as well as
contract testing laboratories.
GLP also to be trained & implemented in the contract research and testing lab (CRTO) /
contract research and manufacturing organization (CRMO).
GLP audits should be performed frequently for Vendors and CRTO / CRMO sites.
We can learn GLP from customer / MNCs and external training programs.
We can learn GLP from 483s, warning letters and Non-Compliance reports of other
companies.
Perform GAP analysis to identify gaps in the system and correct and implement GLP.
A to Z of GLP
There is no end for discussion on Good Laboratory Practices.