Direct-to-Consumer medical testing is something all medical labs should embrace
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, medical labs are finding themselves in a unique position. Historically one of the most under-recognized medical specialties, labs are now an essential part of the healthcare equation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 14 billion lab tests are ordered annually, with 70% of medical decisions dependent on their findings. As such, labs have become the tissue connecting physicians with the information they need to provide quality care. But healthcare professionals aren’t the only ones ordering lab tests these days....
Source: medcitynews.com