Bissell M G, Jones H
Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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How does the laboratorian influence patient outcome, and how is this influence measured? The clinical laboratory gives vital support to decisions about diagnosis, treatment, and management. Outcome assessment must include a structured approach to performance improvement, proper test utilization, and defining best practices.