Eojjann S. Tuñacao
MT 14(2018) – BB (LEC)

Assignment #2:

Instructions: Insights Regarding MT 14(2018) – LEC about Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Quality Control (QC)/Quality Assurance (QA) in the Laboratory

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Prior to delving into the subject of Health Information Systems, I held assumptions that it would solely be revolving around talking about the totality of one’s well-being in the areas of science and technology as advancements continue to expand even in the healthcare sector. Only the idea that it would mostly concentrate on administrative work in hospital settings was in my mind when I went into it. However, as I dug deeper into the topic, I came to understand that health information systems encompass a wide range of interconnected technologies, analytics, and decision-support tools that are crucial in changing how healthcare is delivered, improving patient care, and advancing evidence-based practices. My initial presumptions were disproved by this new knowledge, which also sparked a desire to learn more about the various facets of this dynamic area.

There have been many ideas and even lectures that our teacher shared with us and kindly taught us throughout the entire semester. However, among them, I would specifically want to engage with my insights concerning what I have learned about Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Quality Control (QC)/Quality Assurance (QA) in laboratories.

Starting off, laboratory information systems (LIS) are critical digital platforms that handle and organize data collected in a laboratory environment, as I have learned during my studies. These technologies are essential because they simplify every step of the laboratory workflow, from collecting samples to providing test results. As we had engaged in talking with various clinical health laboratories in Dumaguete City, I have come to know that LIS facilitates accurate and fast information interchange between healthcare practitioners and patients by automating operations like sample tracking, test ordering, and result interpretation. This not only increases patient safety by lowering human mistake rates, but it also increases laboratory efficiency, resulting in quicker diagnosis, better treatment options, and ultimately better patient outcomes.

Furthermore, the accuracy and dependability of the procedures and outcomes are ensured in the laboratory through quality control and assurance. Ensuring that samples adhere to set standards, entails routinely testing and inspecting samples. This aids in finding any potential mistakes or problems and keeps faulty data from being used. As the manager has said in one of our interviews in Diagcare, Dumaguete City, in order to assure precise measurements, quality control, and assurance also require maintaining and calibrating equipment. The presence of these supports maintaining the integrity and credibility of laboratory work by adhering to tight protocols and carrying out exhaustive examinations.

Learning how technology is changing healthcare is interesting. I like learning about how doctors can access patient information more easily and deliver better treatment thanks to the digital storage of medical records. Observing how data is gathered, examined, and applied to enhance healthcare results is intriguing. My understanding of health information systems has drastically improved as I have learned more about the development and promise of medical technology. With this, the fascinating topic of health information systems piques my interest and fuels my desire to advance medical technology.

In conclusion, I will benefit much in the future as a student of medical technology by learning about health information systems. It will provide me with the information and abilities I need to use digital medical records systems efficiently, speeding up the patient care process. I will be able to contribute to field research and decision-making that is based on evidence if I have a solid understanding of how data is gathered and evaluated. And, as I have progressed through this semester in Health Information Systems, I have come to some significant conclusions regarding the critical role that technology plays in transforming healthcare delivery, particularly in the area of medical technology laboratories, and how it helps to improve patient outcomes.