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Why you should not trust every lab test result

Why you should not trust every lab test result. (Photo: Courtesy)

Blood testing is a routine medical practice all over the world. However, increased cases of misdiagnosis have raised fears about the reliability and safety of test kits in the country.

While health experts say only safe blood gives healthy results, sub-standard and faulty screening kits currently in use in the country pose a major risk for patients and practitioners.

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