Relative Costing of Analytical Systems
Author Information
Author(s): H.G.J. Worth
Primary Institution: Northwick Park Hospital and Clinical Research Centre
Hypothesis
A new approach to costing the workload of a hospital laboratory is proposed.
Conclusion
The study presents a standardized method for assessing the cost of laboratory workloads and capital depreciation of instruments.
Supporting Evidence
- The study provides a new costing scheme that is less complex than previous methods.
- It allows for comparison of costs between different instruments and systems.
- The methodology can be applied to various laboratory workloads.
Takeaway
This study helps hospitals understand how much their lab tests cost, so they can spend their money better.
Methodology
The study analyzes costs associated with individual instruments and their analyses, categorizing expenses into capital costs, maintenance, manpower, and consumables.
Potential Biases
Assumptions made regarding overheads and reagent costs may introduce bias in cost analysis.
Limitations
The study assumes certain overheads are independent of instrument operation, which may not always be valid.
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