When the morning QC was run on a multichannel analyzer, all…

When the morning QC was run on a multichannel analyzer, all the chemistries except one, serum rhubarb, was in-control for both levels. The QC for serum rhubarb had a 1-2s flag indicating a 10x violation. A review of this QC data on a Levey-Jennings chart showed a steady trend downwards on the both control vials. The calibration data was reviewed and found to be OK. What is the most likely cause?