What Is Turnaround Time, How to Measure TAT, and Strategies for Effective Implementation and Improvement
The speed at which laboratory test results are processed and delivered is critical, as faster results and the informed decisions they enable can be lifesaving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 70% of today’s medical decisions rely on laboratory test results. However, despite this crucial role, nearly 80% of clinical labs report receiving complaints about turnaround times. This underscores the pressing need for labs to address the operational hurdles that slow the testing process.
