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STAT vs. ASAP Lab Testing Policies by Forestrao is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This policy defines procedures for ordering and prioritizing STAT, ASAP, and routine laboratory tests at two VA health care facilities. STAT tests will be given highest priority to aid in critical medical decisions. Tests are assigned collection types like ward collection or send to lab to ensure timely processing. Turnaround times of 1 hour for STAT and 2 hours for ASAP tests are established. Responsibilities of laboratory, providers, and patient care staff are outlined.
- Author
- Forestrao
- Language
- EN