Early Morning Blood Draw Timing and Frequency Among Hospitalized Patients

JAMA Network Open 2026 Open access

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Authors: Michael Colacci, Anne Loffler, Surain B. Roberts, William K. Silverstein, Adina S. Weinerman, Amol A. Verma, Fahad A. Razak
DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.0966
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Abstract

This cohort study evaluates the frequency of early morning blood draws in 18 hospitals in Ontario, Canada, and assesses variability in phlebotomy practices between institutions and over time.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control Healthcare cost quality practices Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization

Publication details

Journal / source
JAMA Network Open
Volume
9
Issue
3
Pages
e260966–e260966
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN