Basic Theories of POCT and Clinical Medical Practice

Author: Liu Xiguang
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: The development of point-of-care testing (POCT) is driven by its medical efficacy and economic benefits. Therefore, one of the fundamental objectives of POCT is to enhance its medical and economic effectiveness. Another goal of POCT is rapid testing. This book is divided into 7 chapters, including the basic principles of POCT; POCT in hospitals and diagnostics; POCT management, authorization, and education in healthcare systems, communities, and the field; information, communication, and information systems; the economics of POCT, outcome management, and optimization; an overview of POCT products in our country. The book provides a more detailed and systematic explanation of key concepts and technologies. It introduces both the major POCT products worldwide today and the current status of POCT work in some countries. The book includes numerous figures and tables, and describes the roles and relationships of organizations such as the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the Point-of-Care Committee (POCC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) in POCT.