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@article{183206,
        author = {Mir Obaid Majid},
        title = {Impact of Diagnostic Imaging and Clinical Laboratory Integration on Patient Care Efficiency in Small Healthcare Facilities},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {3},
        pages = {723-725},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=183206},
        abstract = {The timely and accurate diagnosis of patients remains a critical determinant of healthcare outcomes, particularly in resource limited small healthcare facilities. Traditionally, diagnostic imaging and clinical laboratory services function as independent entities, resulting in fragmented workflows, duplication of effort, and prolonged turnaround times. This paper examines the integration of diagnostic imaging and clinical laboratory services as a single coordinated system and evaluates its impact on patient care efficiency. Findings from literature reviews and field observations demonstrate that integration substantially reduces diagnostic delays, enhances clinical decision making, and improves patient satisfaction. However, implementation barriers, including high initial capital costs, digital infrastructure gaps, and workforce resistance to change, were also identified. Recommendations for sustainable integration models suitable for small healthcare facilities are presented.},
        keywords = {Clinical laboratory, diagnostic imaging, integrated healthcare systems, patient care efficiency, small healthcare facilities.},
        month = {August},
        }