Triagem Sob Pressão: Quando o Preparo Paralisa o Fluxo
The invisible bottleneck before analysis
In many laboratories, triage has become the bottleneck of pre-analytical processes. Samples pile up on benches, with no clear prioritization criteria, while staff desperately try to reorganize spreadsheets and understand which tests are urgent and which can wait. This pre-analytical chaos not only delays results but also impacts the entire analytical workflow.
What are the main pains during screening?
- Lack of objective priority criteria
Without clear rules (clinical urgency, type of test, arrival time), triage becomes a matter of guesswork, increasing the waiting time for critical samples. - Confusing listings in old systems or spreadsheets
Outdated interfaces and extensive tables make it difficult to quickly see what needs to be processed first. - Constant rework to reorder queues
Last-minute changes or emergency orders force the team to manually reorganize priorities, generating errors and burnout.
What are the operational repercussions of the sorting bottleneck?
- Delay in releasing urgent results
Critically ill patients await information that may impact immediate clinical decisions. - Bottlenecks that cascade
When screening is delayed, the analytical stage and the issuance of reports are proportionally delayed. - Staff and end-client frustration
Overworked professionals and impatient doctors create an environment of constant pressure.
And how does eTrack help with screening?
- Accessing customizable reports by patient
Access reports that show the total number of samples collected by patient or period, without having to manually reorganize any queues.
Making triage agile and accurate isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. eTrack eliminates guesswork and brings clarity to your routine, ensuring the most critical samples are processed without delays.