The Role of Clinical Chemistry in Health Administration Decision-Making and Policy Development | ||
| Egyptian Journal of Chemistry | ||
| Article 4, Volume 68, Issue 12, December 2025, Pages 29-34 PDF (163.8 K) | ||
| Document Type: Review Articles | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/ejchem.2025.382688.11769 | ||
| Authors | ||
| SULTAN ABDULAZIZ AL-AHMADI* 1; Khalaf Ibrahim Albalawi2; Ahmed Ibrahim Albushi2; Asim Mohammed Aleidi2; Basim Menwer Albalawi2; Mohammed Eid Al-Hawiti2; Salman Eid Fadhi Alhejaili2; Fahad Ghali Alsuhaymi2; Abdullah Raja Al-Hejaili2; Maged Essa Alhawsawi3 | ||
| 1National Guard Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Technician-Health Administration, Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia | ||
| 2National Guard Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Technician-Health Administration, Ministry of health, Saudi Arabia | ||
| 3National Guard Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Laboratory Technician, Ministry of health, Saudi Arabia | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Background: Clinical chemistry plays a critical role in healthcare systems by providing accurate biochemical data that informs diagnostics, treatment, and policy decisions. Its integration into health administration supports evidence-based strategies aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency. Aim: This study aims to examine the role of clinical chemistry in health administration and policy development, focusing on its contributions to clinical decision-making, preventive healthcare, guideline formation, and resource management. Methods: A narrative review approach was used to synthesize literature from peer-reviewed journals, health policy reports, and laboratory medicine guidelines. Key themes were identified regarding the operational, clinical, and administrative applications of clinical chemistry in modern healthcare systems. Results: Clinical chemistry contributes to diagnostic precision, treatment monitoring, and disease prognosis. It supports population health through screening programs and epidemiological surveillance. Its data guides evidence-based policy formation and resource allocation, influencing budgeting, infrastructure planning, and technology assessment. Challenges identified include data management, access disparities, and the need for continuous protocol updates. Conclusion: Clinical chemistry is deeply embedded in healthcare delivery and administration. Its data-driven contributions enable health systems to design responsive, equitable, and cost-effective strategies. As healthcare becomes increasingly personalized and data-intensive, the role of clinical chemistry will remain essential in shaping clinical practices and guiding health policies. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Clinical chemistry; health administration; health policy; diagnostics | ||
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