Interpretation of Laboratory Tests

Why Doctors Make Mistakes in Interpreting Tests — and How AI Aima Diagnostics Does It More Accurately

Undergoing laboratory tests is only half the journey. The key is to interpret them correctly, and it is at this stage that errors most commonly occur.According to data from the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, up to 15–20% of medical errors are associated with incorrect interpretation of results.This is not a matter of physicians' inattention — the issue lies in systemic limitations: time constraints, workload, variations in experience, and the failure to account for numerous personal factors.Where Errors Arise — and Why "One Number" Is Not EnoughInterpreting a test is far more than simply comparing a value to a reference range.

*At Aima Diagnostics, we have deep respect for the work of doctors and understand the heavy workload they face. Our goal is not to replace the specialist, but to provide them with a reliable decision-support tool that saves time and reduces the risk of errors.
For patients, Aima offers the opportunity to receive a trusted second opinion and accurate interpretation of lab results — especially valuable when doctors have limited time for detailed explanations or when access to healthcare is limited. We help you understand your results and contribute to a more accurate and timely diagnosis.


Results are influenced by:

Preanalytical Conditions
• Time of day, physical activity, stress
• Medication intake, diet, body position
These factors can significantly skew the results.

Geography and Lifestyle
• Altitude above sea level (mountain residents have higher hemoglobin levels)
• Urban or rural setting (air quality, access to healthcare, nutrition)

Ethnicity, Gender, and Age
• Different ethnic groups have varying reference ranges
• Men and women have different norms for hemoglobin, ferritin, and hormones
• With age, lipids, hormones, and metabolism change

Chronic Diseases and Physiological States
Diabetes, autoimmune disorders, pregnancy, menopause — all of these alter interpretation and require adjustments.

Historical (Longitudinal) Data
A single "normal" result means little — dynamics are crucial. Delta-checks and Reference Change Value (RCV) help detect early shifts and distinguish noise from real changes.

Diet and Habits
Veganism, keto diet, alcohol, smoking, stress — all of these affect enzymes, vitamins, and hormonal balance.



Why AI Aima Diagnostics Does It More Accurately
Aima Diagnostics employs artificial intelligence trained on millions of anonymized laboratory data sets and clinical cases.

We analyze:
• Test history (trends, RCV, delta deviations)
• Context (geography, ethnicity, lifestyle, gender, age)
• Clinical data (chronic diseases, medications, physiological states)
• Interconnections between indicators — we examine not isolated values, but the entire blood profileAI does not tire, rush, or make judgments "by eye" — only based on medical algorithms and statistically significant data.


Results
• Fewer missed early signs of diseases
• Fewer false alarms due to accounting for personal norms
• Faster and more accurate than manual review
• Transparent — explanations are understandable for patients and physicians

Upload Your TestsWant to not just "see the numbers," but truly understand your health? Upload your results to Aima Diagnostics and receive:
  • Accurate interpretation accounting for your personal factors
  • Clear conclusions and recommendations
  • Fewer errors and guesses — more confidence in the outcome
For individuals, physicians, and clinics. Aima is your assistant in precise, personalized diagnostics.




Note: All data verified as of September 2025 based on current publications and official medical guidelines.

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