Improving Molecular Genetic Test Utilization through Order Restriction, Test Review, and Guidance

The ordering of molecular genetic tests by health providers not well trained in genetics may have a variety of untoward effects. These include the selection of inappropriate tests, the ordering of panels when the assessment of individual or fewer genes would be more appropriate, inaccurate result interpretation and inappropriate patient guidance, and significant unwarranted cost expenditure. We sought to improve the utilization of molecular genetic tests by requiring providers without specialty training in genetics to use genetic counselors and molecular genetic pathologists to assist in test selection.
Source: Journal of Molecular Diagnostics - Category: Pathology Authors: Tags: Special Article Source Type: research