Bedside biochemistry.
Technological advances in instrumentation and methodology now make it possible for several biochemical investigations previously performed in a central laboratory to be carried out in the wards, intensive care units, outpatient departments and other situations closer to the patient. Such arrangements can be beneficial to the patient, but only when careful consideration is given to instrument selection and maintenance, operator training, quality control and provision of adequate back-up in cases of instrument malfunction.
Chemistry, Clinical↗