CEO SUMMARY: Technology plays an ever-growing role in reshaping the organization and operation of clinical laboratories. New technologies figure prominently in THE DARK REPORT’S 2007 list of key trends in the clinical laboratory industry. Technological advances in instrument systems, informatics, and molecular diagnostics are giving laboratories new tools to improve clinical services and streamline lab […]
- "2007 Macro Trends For Clinical Labs"
Key Trends Drive Change for Clinical Laboratories
Healthcare trends and industry trends are putting pressure on laboratories to change
- By Robert Michel
- > From the Volume XIV No. 1 - January 8, 2007 Issue
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