Implementation of total laboratory automation at a tertiary care hospital in Saudi Arabia: effect on turnaround time and cost efficiency

CONCLUSION:By moving from stat to routine assays, the TAT was reduced, which is counter-intuitive. The use of stat assays slowed down the performance of the TLA. A careful review of the mix of assays should be conducted to maximize performance and to ensure that the system delivers what is required. LIMITATIONS:Room for improvement by systematically analyzing and reviewing the impact of making minor changes that could have significant impact on TAT.  CONFLICT OF INTEREST: None.   
Source: Annals of Saudi Medicine - Category: General Medicine Tags: ISSUE 5 Source Type: research