Table 2 Patient knowledge of laboratory testing and turnaround time
Questionnaire item | UCC hospital N (%) | Ewim Polyclinic N (%) | Total N (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Do you know the specific laboratory tests you are to undergo? | |||
No | 28 (62.2) | 36 (81.8) | 64 (71.9) |
Yes | 17 (37.8) | 8 (18.2) | 25 (28.1) |
Tell us the exact information that the laboratory staff gave you prior to sample taking | |||
Requested for permission to take blood and/or to bring urine/stool | 23 (51.1) | 29 (65.9) | 52 (58.4) |
No information given | 22 (48.9) | 15 (34.1) | 37 (41.6) |
Do you know how long it is going to take for your results to be ready? | |||
No | 12 (26.7) | 33 (75.0) | 45 (50.6) |
Yes | 33 (73.3) | 11 (25.0) | 44 (49.5) |
Did your doctor/laboratory test requester explain the laboratory test you are scheduled to undergo to you? | |||
No | 22 (48.9) | 41 (93.2) | 63 (70.8) |
Yes | 23 (51.1) | 3 (6.8) | 26 (29.2) |