Tests in a clinical laboratory are used to diagnose, monitor and treat conditions. Tests results provide important information that can help inform individualized care plans for patients and provide valuable data for research. Clinical labs also use the latest technology and safety measures which ensure accurate test results, especially when handling sensitive specimens. Overall, testing in a clinical lab offers a quicker and more efficient way to detect health issues so they can be addressed more quickly.

A laboratory's most important job is to provide dependable, accurate results. Clinical labs employ highly-trained personnel who use workflows and quality control measures to ensure accuracy and reliability of data. Some lab tests even require multiple specimens for verification before a conclusive diagnosis can be reached. Every step in the clinical lab process is monitored and recorded, from how specimens were collected to the testing method used to generate results. This ensures that the final results are accurate and reliable for patients’ health care decisions.