From Riddle to Diagnosis: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Incomplete Pathology Requisition Forms – Why Clinical History Matters

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.