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Laboratory Developed Tests

July 08, 2025 (1 min read)

This practice note covers the development, regulation, and reimbursement of laboratory developed tests (LDTs), which are typically used when an FDA-approved test does not exist, when FDA-approved tests are limited in availability, or when available tests do not meet clinical needs.

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