Evidence for Optimizing the Use of Lab Tests

Whether you’re a clinician deciding which test to order for your patient, a laboratory professional, or a policy-maker seeking credible information, here you can find independent evidence on medical laboratory tests to help you in your role.

We've selected the following materials to get you started:

• Folate Testing in People With Suspected Folate Deficiency (Rapid Review, March 28, 2022) 
• Emerging Multi-Cancer Early Detection Technologies (Health Technology Update, April 22, 2022) 
• Vitamin B12 Testing in People with Suspected Vitamin B12 Deficiency (Rapid Review, March 24, 2022)
• Pharmacogenomic Testing in Depression: A 2021 Update (Rapid Review, January 18, 2022)
• Self-Sampling Devices for HPV Testing (Emerging Health Technologies, December 21, 2021)
• Interferon Gamma Release Assay for the Identification of Latent Tuberculosis Infection in Rural and Remote Settings (Summary With Critical Appraisal, April 9, 2021)
• Rapid Testing for the Diagnosis of Pulmonary Tuberculosis and Rifampicin Resistance: A Review of Cost-Effectiveness (Summary With Critical Appraisal, February 19, 2021)