Celebrating National Lab Week

Over 70 percent of the medical treatment decisions are based on laboratory test results. These include blood tests, cultures, biopsies, and complex ones that uncover diseases such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and cancer.

If you or your loved one has ever had a blood test, you owe its accuracy and timeliness to a Medical Laboratory Professional.

Approximately 300,000 such individuals work around the clock, “solving patient cases, one test at a time.” Their dedicated efforts are often unrecognized, and National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 24-30, helps promotes understanding and appreciation of laboratory personnel.

Working in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, physician offices,, and commercial labs, they safely collect your blood or other samples, perform tests, confirm the accuracy of results, and report findings to your healthcare provider in a timely manner.

We are fortunate to work with some of the best lab professionals in Kansas City, Liberty, St. Joseph, and Maryville. Their untiring dedication to quality and safety is an inspiration.

Let’s celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week in their honor.

If you are a talented graduate looking to make a difference, call your nearest lab and ask for job opportunities.

Chakshu Gupta, MD, MBA

St. Joseph

Kelsi Walton, MLS (ASCP) Student

Olathe, Kansas