What You Should Know:
– Labcorp announced the launch of Test Finder, a first-of-its-kind generative AI tool developed with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
– Designed to simplify lab test selection, Test Finder enables healthcare providers to ask questions or describe conditions in plain language and receive curated test recommendations, thereby enhancing the user experience and freeing up more time for patient care.
Critical Role of Laboratory Testing in Healthcare
Laboratory testing plays a critical role in healthcare, informing nearly 70% of clinical decisions and often serving as the first step in diagnosing and managing patient conditions. However, research indicates that providers spend more than three hours a day on responsibilities such as documentation and test ordering—time that could be spent directly with patients. According to a recent American Medical Association (AMA) survey, 57% of physicians view addressing administrative burden through automation as the greatest opportunity for AI in healthcare.
Key Features of Labcorp’s AI-Powered Test Finder
Now available on Labcorp.com, Test Finder was developed using Amazon Bedrock and large language model (LLM) technology. The tool enables providers to ask questions or describe conditions in plain language and receive a detailed list of suggested tests and descriptions based on their input.
Additional benefits of Test Finder include:
- Access to thousands of lab tests across key therapeutic areas, such as oncology, women’s health, neurology, autoimmune disease, and more.
- Faster, more efficient navigation that reduces time spent on test selection.
- Availability 24/7 on Labcorp.com.
“Test Finder is a powerful example of how we’re using technology to simplify complexity,” said Bola Oyegunwa, Ph.D., Labcorp’s chief information and technology officer. “By integrating generative AI, we’re not only improving the provider experience, we’re laying the foundation for smarter, more connected healthcare solutions that scale with the needs of our customers.”
