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MLS 405: LABORATORY MANAGEMENT

ACTIVITY II: MATERIALS MANAGEMENT


GROUP VI: Espulgar, Mukarram, Perez, Peliño, Solante, Vigilla

M***a D***y L. P****o, RMT


Location: Tagum City, Davao del Norte

A. How often does your laboratory perform inventory?


- We perform inventory regularly to monitor if we have existing materials to use,
reagents, and any supplies needed in the laboratory before they will be consumed
since a shortage will significantly affect our laboratory operations.

B. Who performs the inventory?


- The ones who perform the inventory are usually the medical technologists and
laboratory support staff assigned to logistics.

C. What are the fast-moving tests/supplies you have identified in your laboratory?
- Usually, reagents such as chloroform. It needs to be identified, depending on the
analysis. For example, for food chemistry, we analyze only those requested. We
use analytes (cyclamates, etc.) and the standard in the laboratory. You determine
first your supplies before withdrawal. You need to have a list of what your analysis
requires before you request. So, in the first place, if that analysis does not have
those reagents, you have to inform the head of the laboratory, and it could be
purchased. You have to communicate with the head of the lab, make purchases,
and then have that reagent in your section.

D. What are the slow-moving tests/supplies you have identified in your laboratory?
- Mostly toxic chemicals, depending on the analysis that you perform. If that does
not or is not really required and is not always examined or analyzed in the
laboratory. Then, we can see that those reagents or chemicals used in the analysis
do not always move fast. You determine the examination before we can say it is a
slow-moving supply depending on the requirement. The medical technologist in
charge should always have a list of examination that is very relevant or in demand
by the patient so they can make that list of laboratory reagents and supplies
-
E. How often do you order fast-moving and slow-moving supplies?
- You should always have a list of analyses performed in your laboratory. Under
each analysis, you should have the list of the reagents and necessary materials
needed so that no shortage occurs. The expiry date should always be noted before
you purchase. Usually, in our laboratory, we purchase annually.

F. Did your laboratory ever experience a shortage of a supply or supplies? If yes,


how did you deal with it?
- So far, I haven’t remembered experiencing a shortage of supplies. But if we ever
have such occurrences, we can ask for help from other laboratories affiliated with
the Food and Drug Administration and the Department of Health. We ask them and
borrow if ever they have such reagents or any supplies needed in the analysis.
MLS 405: LABORATORY MANAGEMENT
ACTIVITY II: MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
GROUP VI: Espulgar, Mukarram, Perez, Peliño, Solante, Vigilla

SUMMARY:
Materials management, which includes the planning, procurement, use, and disposal
of diverse resources and materials inside an organization, is an essential component of
contemporary company operations. The primary objective of materials management is to
streamline the movement of resources and materials along the supply chain, from the initial
acquisition of raw materials to the delivery of completed goods or services to clients. In a
clinical laboratory's dynamic and demanding environment, where precision and accuracy are
paramount, effective materials management is not just a matter of convenience—it is a critical
factor that can directly impact patient care, cost-effectiveness, and the overall quality of
laboratory services.

A clinical laboratory’s operational performance, cost-effectiveness, and overall


competitiveness are all directly impacted by materials management, which cannot be
understated. As stated by the medical technologist interviewed, performing regular inventories
and properly assigning personnel for inventory management ensures constant monitoring of
the availability of materials, reagents, and supplies essential for conducting various analyses.
Such diligence in inventory management helps prevent unnecessary depletion of resources
that could disrupt laboratory examinations, ensuring the workflow remains consistent and
reliable. In addition, the interviewee emphasized the vitality of maintaining a comprehensive
list and supply of necessary materials/supplies/reagents for each type of analysis while also
taking account of the status of the material as a “slow-moving” or “fast-moving,” ensuring that
shortages are avoided, and expiration dates are closely monitored. Moreover, as mentioned
by the interviewee, annual procurement practices help maintain a consistent supply of
materials while adhering to budget constraints. Furthermore, the interviewee also emphasized
the significance of formulating contingency plans to demonstrate readiness in addressing
unforeseen challenges.

The statements of the medical technologist during the interview affirm the vitality of
materials management as a cornerstone of the clinical labs' operating structure. Its
significance must be recognized since it is essential to maximizing resource usage, cutting
costs, and guaranteeing the uninterrupted flow of resources across supply chains. Effective
materials management in a laboratory is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and accurate
test results. The insights gathered from the interview shed light on the practices and strategies
employed in a laboratory setting to manage their inventory effectively.

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