Clarification on Clinical Lab Physical Plant Rules

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DOH DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM NO. 148, S. 2003: Clarification on Clinical Lab Physical Plant Rules

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Clarification on Clinical Lab Physical Plant Rules

Law: Doh Department Memorandum No. 148, S. 2003

Decision Date: Nov 13, 2003

DOH Department Memorandum No. 148 mandates specific physical plant requirements for clinical laboratories, including designated areas and minimum space specifications to ensure efficient operations and patient accessibility.

Law Summary

Specifications for the Clinical Work Area

The clinical work area must be adequately sized to enable smooth and coordinated workflow.
The minimum floor area requirements based on laboratory category are:
- Primary Category: At least 10 square meters with a sink
- Secondary Category: At least 20 square meters with a sink
- Tertiary Category: At least 60 square meters with a sink and a dedicated Microbiology room

Pathologist Area Configuration

The pathologist area may be located within the clinical work area or can be a separate designated space.

Patient Toilet Facilities

A toilet accessible to patients must be available.
The toilet may be adjacent to, near, or located within the laboratory premises.

Implementation and Authority

These clarifications are pursuant to Administrative Order No. 59, s. 2001.
The clarifications take effect immediately upon issuance.
Issued under the authority of the Secretary of Health, Manuel M. Dayrit, M.D., M.Sc, on November 13, 2003.

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