Managing Change in Clinical Laboratories

Change is inevitable, and as a leader of a clinical laboratory, you are expected to lead, implement, and manage change. This means dealing with a wide range of challenges. Change is both a challenge and an opportunity for growth. Research facilities and technology are evolving rapidly, with more opportunities in recent years. Laboratory managers need […]

The Role of Information Technology in Laboratory Management

Information technology (IT) has revolutionized all facets of human life, including health care delivery. In the laboratory setting, in particular, the integration of IT in the laboratory, through the application of laboratory information systems (LIS) and laboratory information management systems (LIMS), has enhanced a range of services, including the ordering of laboratory tests, advanced instrument […]

Clinical Laboratory Utilization Management

  What is Laboratory Utilization or Lab Stewardship? Clinical laboratory utilization management is concerned with the effective use of resources while ensuring benefit to patients through the administration of appropriate tests at cost-effective rates. It requires the involvement of diverse parties including administrators, clinicians, laboratory personnel, and quality control professionals. In the recent past, the […]