Advances in Laboratory Medicine—from Research to Clinical Implementation

Dear Colleagues,

Laboratory medicine is entering a new era of innovation and transformation, increasingly shaped by digital and data-driven approaches such as artificial intelligence. This Special Issue focuses on the evolving landscape of laboratory diagnostics, where advances in technology—including AI-enhanced systems—and deeper clinical integration are shaping the future of patient care. From emerging analytical methodologies to digital workflows, this collection highlights pathways for enhancing diagnostic accuracy, streamlining operations, and strengthening the link between laboratory findings and clinical decision-making.

Contributions are invited across the spectrum of laboratory medicine progress, including studies on test utilization optimization, quality improvement initiatives, novel biomarker validation, data integration strategies, and the responsible implementation of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. Original research, reviews, brief reports, and perspectives that address opportunities, challenges, and sustainable models for translating innovations into routine clinical practice are all welcome.

We encourage colleagues to share their expertise and experiences, fostering a collaborative discussion that will help define the current state and future directions of laboratory medicine. Together, these contributions will support the continued advancement of our field in delivering precise, timely, and patient-centered diagnostic services.

Dr. Kelvin Y. K. Chan
Dr. Sergio Bernardini
Guest Editors

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