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Computer technology is transforming clinical laboratories, offering cost-effective laboratory information systems for all sizes. Implementing these tools requires careful planning for significant productivity gains.

Area of Science:

Clinical laboratory science
Medical informatics

Background:

The computer industry's evolution, driven by personal computers, is impacting clinical laboratories.
Computer tools offer intangible benefits like improved service and tangible cost justification through increased productivity.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the impact of computer technology on clinical laboratories.
To discuss the availability and benefits of laboratory information systems (LIS) for various laboratory sizes.

Main Methods:

Review of the current landscape of computer applications in clinical laboratories.
Analysis of the introduction and impact of small-scale laboratory information systems.

Main Results:

A wide range of software applications are available for medical laboratories of all sizes.

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Small-scale integrated laboratory systems, functioning as true LIS, are now accessible and affordable for smaller labs.

These smaller LIS are often easier to cost-justify than larger systems.

Conclusions:

Computer tools are essential for modern clinical laboratory management.
Achieving productivity gains necessitates a management-intensive approach with careful analysis and planning.
Laboratory managers must adopt computer tools to remain relevant.