Analysis
The pros and cons of consumer-driven testing
Medical consumers can take advantage of a wide variety of tests, such as checking cholesterol levels, determining cancer predisposition, DNA testing for paternity identification. These tests, however, come at a price. With Direct Access Testing (DAT), patients have the opportunity to take control of their healthcare.
The potential is excellent, but as the industry grows, medical consumers should have a clear understanding of the benefits and drawbacks of DAT.
To learn more, check out the infographic below created by the University of Cincinnati’s online Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science degree programme.