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Clinical laboratory work--concepts and terms

R Dybkaer1

  • 1Hovedstadens Sygehusfaellesskab, Afdeling for Laboratoriemedicin, Kommunehospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.

European Journal of Clinical Chemistry and Clinical Biochemistry : Journal of the Forum of European Clinical Chemistry Societies
|July 1, 1997
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Defining the scope of clinical laboratory work is crucial. This study proposes "laboratory medicine" as the appropriate overarching term, distinguishing it from other medical fields and clarifying related terminology.

Area of Science:

  • Medical laboratory science
  • Clinical diagnostics

Background:

  • The need for a precise term to encompass diverse clinical laboratory activities.
  • Existing terminology in laboratory medicine lacks clear definition and differentiation from other medical disciplines.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define and establish an appropriate superordinate term for clinical laboratory work.
  • To differentiate laboratory medicine from coordinate medical fields.
  • To evaluate and suggest optimal terms for laboratory workplaces and specific disciplines like clinical chemistry.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive analysis of the defining characteristics of clinical laboratory work (site, goal, objectives, activity, field, professionals).
  • Comparative analysis of terminology principles in other medical branches.

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  • Review of existing terms within the clinical laboratory field.

    • Main Results:

    • Proposes "medicine" as the superordinate concept and defines the subordinate concept based on key characteristics.
    • Suggests "laboratory medicine" as the advantageous current term.
    • Recommends "department of laboratory medicine" or "clinical (medical) laboratory" for the workplace.
    • Advocates retaining "clinical chemistry" over "clinical biochemistry" in most contexts.

    Conclusions:

    • "Laboratory medicine" is the recommended overarching term for clinical laboratory services.
    • Clear terminology is essential for defining the scope and professional identity of laboratory medicine.
    • Standardized naming conventions will improve clarity and recognition of laboratory medicine's role in healthcare.