An annual macro cost analysis of the clinical chemistry laboratory demonstrated that the cost per patient reportable test (PRT) had increased significantly. During this period, staffing had remained constant, and so had the annual number of reportable patient tests. What should the laboratory manager look at first to see if steps can be taken to reduce cost per PRT?

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An annual macro cost analysis of the clinical chemistry laboratory demonstrated that the cost per patient reportable test (PRT) had increased significantly. During this period, staffing had remained constant, and so had the annual number of reportable patient tests. What should the laboratory manager look at first to see if steps can be taken to reduce cost per PRT?

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