A survey of doctors’ perspectives on critical laboratory result communication in Cape Town, South Africa

This study provides insights into clinicians' perspectives of critical laboratory result reporting from different levels of care within Cape Town, South Africa. It highlights both the value of existing communication practices and the areas that require improvement. The findings will support the development of standardised communication strategies aimed at enhancing patient care.

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Southern African Journal of Critical Care
Published
2025-12-19
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https://doi.org/10.7196/sajcc.2025.v41i3.3259
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Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
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A survey of doctors’ perspectives on critical laboratory result communication in Cape Town, South Africa

Annalise E. Zemlin, Elsie C. Kruger, Ameerah Davids
Southern African Journal of Critical Care
Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
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A survey of doctors’ perspectives on critical laboratory result communication in Cape Town, South Africa

Annalise E. Zemlin, Elsie C. Kruger, Ameerah Davids
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Abstract

This study provides insights into clinicians' perspectives of critical laboratory result reporting from different levels of care within Cape Town, South Africa. It highlights both the value of existing communication practices and the areas that require improvement. The findings will support the development of standardised communication strategies aimed at enhancing patient care.

Southern African Journal of Critical CareVol. 41(3)
National Health Laboratory Service (ZA), Tygerberg Hospital (ZA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 49%
Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
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