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Why Lab Quality Control Fails in Some African Hospitals
Accurate laboratory testing is the backbone of modern healthcare. Doctors make treatment decisions based on lab results — from diagnosing malaria and typhoid to managing kidney failure, diabetes, and cancer. However, in many African hospitals, quality control in medical laboratories is not always consistent, leading to errors, misdiagnosis, and avoidable complications. While there are many…
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How Labs Detect and Prevent Hospital-Acquired Infections
Why labs are the frontline in hospital safety When a patient goes into hospital for treatment or surgery, they expect to get better—not pick up a new infection. Yet hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also called healthcare-associated infections, remain a global threat, increasing length of stay, cost, antimicrobial resistance and mortality. Clinical laboratories are central to keeping…
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The Importance of Lab Accreditation in Nigeria
The Importance of Lab Accreditation in Nigeria In Nigeria’s evolving economy—from healthcare to manufacturing, environmental monitoring to food safety—the reliability of laboratory test results is crucial. That’s why accreditation of laboratories has become a central issue. A laboratory’s accreditation signals it has met specific standards of technical competence and operates under a robust quality management…
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Full Blood Count: The Most Common Lab Test Explained
Full Blood Count (FBC) – The Most Common Lab Test Explained Your routine doctor’s visit may involve some quick questions, a blood pressure reading—and perhaps a simple blood draw. But tucked inside that blood vial can lie powerful insights into your health. The full blood count (FBC) is one of the most frequently ordered tests…
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Why Pregnancy Tests Are More Reliable in Medical Labs
Why Pregnancy Tests Are More Reliable in Medical Labs Pregnancy marks one of life’s most profound milestones—but whether you’re eagerly awaiting confirmation or pursuing early prenatal care, where and how you take your pregnancy test can make a meaningful difference. While home-test kits are convenient and quite accurate, tests conducted in a medical laboratory offer…
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The Role of Labs in Preventing Food Poisoning Outbreaks
The Role of Laboratories in Preventing Food Poisoning Outbreaks Food poisoning remains a hidden yet pervasive threat to public health, with billions of meals consumed around the world daily and a small fraction checked for safety. Behind the scenes, specialised laboratories play a critical role in preventing outbreaks, pinpointing causes, and safeguarding communities. In this…