From Riddle to Diagnosis: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Incomplete Pathology Requisition Forms – Why Clinical History Matters
Abstract
Abstract Despite advances in diagnostic technologies, the pathology requisition form (PRF) remains a critical but often overlooked component of clinical communication. Incomplete PRFs are a persistent problem across Indian healthcare settings, affecting diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and workflow efficiency. This opinion piece highlights the causes, consequences, and potential solutions to this overlooked but vital issue, advocating for a shift in institutional priorities and clinician attitudes toward this overlooked but vital document.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
AI in cancer detection
Radiology practices and education
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Current Medical Issues
- Volume
- 24
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 126–128
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN