Diagnostic imaging services and medical laboratory activities

NACE v2.1 Code: R86.91

About diagnostic imaging services and medical laboratory activities

NACE code 86.91 covers a vital segment of the healthcare industry, encompassing diagnostic imaging services and medical laboratory activities. These services play a crucial role in the early detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of various medical conditions, enabling healthcare professionals to provide effective and timely treatment. This industry is an essential component of the broader healthcare ecosystem, contributing to improved patient outcomes and the overall well-being of the population.

Production process

Diagnostic imaging services within this NACE code utilize advanced medical imaging technologies, such as 86.90 Diagnostic imaging activities, 32.50 Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies, and 26.60 Manufacture of irradiation, electromedical and electrotherapeutic equipment. These technologies include X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound, among others. Medical laboratory activities involve the analysis of biological samples, such as blood, urine, and tissue, using specialized equipment and techniques to provide crucial information for clinical decision-making.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include highly skilled medical professionals, such as radiologists, medical technologists, and laboratory scientists, as well as specialized medical equipment and supplies. Additionally, this industry relies on a robust infrastructure of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic imaging centers, to deliver its services. Continuous investment in research and development is also crucial to ensure the adoption of the latest advancements in medical imaging and laboratory technologies.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the diagnostic reports, test results, and medical imaging data that are used by healthcare providers to inform patient care and treatment decisions. These outputs are essential for 86.10 Hospital activities, 86.21 General medical practice activities, and 86.22 Specialist medical practice activities, as they provide the necessary information for accurate diagnosis, disease management, and the development of personalized treatment plans.

Revisions to 86.91

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 86.91. The most recent 1 version of this code (86.91) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 86.91.

Older versions

Family tree for diagnostic imaging services and medical laboratory activities

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86'>86: Human health activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/9'>86.9: Other human health activities</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/91'>86.91: Diagnostic imaging services and medical laboratory activities</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/92'>86.92: Patient transportation by ambulance</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/93'>86.93: Activities of psychologists and psychotherapists, except medical doctors</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/94'>86.94: Nursing and midwifery activities</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/95'>86.95: Physiotherapy activities</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/96'>86.96: Traditional, complementary and alternative medicine activities</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/97'>86.97: Intermediation service activities for medical, dental and other human health services</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/99'>86.99: Other human health activities n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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