Why Does the Group Exist?
It has been recognised for many years that there is considerable variation in the use of diagnostic tests across the NHS. While some of this variation can be explained by clinical circumstances and demographic differences, there still exists considerable levels of inappropriate requesting by clinicians, practises of over-requesting and under-requesting etc. In addition, lack of availability of certain tests across the NHS Boards may also limit their optimal universal utility.
Who Are We?
A multi-disciplinary group comprised of individuals from the main diagnostic disciplines within Laboratory Services and Radiology, the Scottish Government, NHS National Services Scotland and the National Managed Diagnostic Networks (NMDNs).
The Scottish Government Healthcare Science Officer has commissioned the work, Scottish labs teams provide the expertise, and NSS provide the resource and methodology to ensure improvements can be replicated and sustained.
National Demand Optimisation Group
