Analyzing laboratory test utilization trends in belgian primary care: a decade of insights with international perspectives ...

Abstract Background Clinical laboratory testing, essential for medical diagnostics, represents a significant part of healthcare activity, influencing around 70% of critical clinical decisions. The automation of laboratory equipment has expanded test menus and increased efficiency to meet the growing demands for clinical testing. However, concerns about misutilization remain prevalent. In Belgium, primary care has seen a dramatic increase in lab test usage, but recent utilization data is lacking. Methods We conducted a comprehensive retrospective analysis of laboratory test utilization trends w... Mehr ...