Point-of-care (POC) testing has made it possible to perform many diagnostic tests where patients receive care instead of relying solely on a central laboratory.
Instead of sending every specimen to a central laboratory and waiting for results, healthcare teams can perform certain tests closer to the patient in emergency departments, physician offices, urgent care centers, clinics, inpatient units, and other care settings.
The challenge is choosing equipment that fits the clinical need without creating avoidable problems with workflow, connectivity, consumables, training, service, or cost.









