Numerous tests are performed in the hospital, often on a daily basis. These tests should answer a specific scientific question and be performed only if their results can have an impact on patient care. In addition to causing anemia, overutilization of tests, such as useless blood testing, can have a deleterious impact on the patients because they carry the risk of false positive results, which can trigger downstream unnecessary investigations and costs.
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