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  • Laboratory medicine
  • Medical technology innovation

Background:

  • Established laboratory medicine practices face potential disruption from emerging technologies.
  • Technological advancements are rapidly evolving, necessitating an evaluation of their impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss emerging or disruptive technologies that could displace current laboratory medicine practices.
  • To explore the potential impact of these technologies on the future of diagnostics.

Main Methods:

  • Review of emerging technologies including automation, 3-D printing, and point-of-care devices.
  • Analysis of new specimen types, big data initiatives, and regulatory changes.
  • Consideration of novel testing locations and formats.

Main Results:

  • Key disruptive technologies include robotics, 3-D printing, smartphone-integrated devices, and advanced point-of-care sensors.
  • New specimen types like cell-free DNA and big data projects (e.g., million genome projects) are significant.
  • Shifts in testing locations (retail clinics, home testing) and regulatory landscapes (laboratory-developed tests) are noted.

Conclusions:

  • Emerging technologies present significant disruptive potential for established laboratory medicine.
  • The convergence of multiple technological advancements will reshape diagnostic practices and accessibility.
  • Innovations like the Qualcomm Tricorder XPrize highlight the rapid pace of change in the field.