The growing demand for high-quality healthcare services has placed an increased emphasis on compliance, accuracy, and quality management systems in clinical laboratories. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of every well-run laboratory, ensuring consistency, quality, and safety. For medical laboratory technologists and clinical laboratory professionals, writing SOPs has become one of the most accessible and profitable side gigs in 2025 If you have experience working in laboratories and understand regulatory standards like ISO 15189, CAP, or CLIA, you already have the foundation needed to offer SOP writing services to clinics, hospitals, research labs, and even start-ups. This guide will show you how to turn your expertise into a reliable source of income. Why SOP Writing is a Lucrative Opportunity SOPs are essential for any clinical or diagnostic lab aiming for accreditation, quality control, or operational efficiency. However, many small facilities lack the in-hou...
In the early days of medicine, bedside testing was rare, and centralized laboratories handled most diagnostic procedures. By the mid 20th century, automation revolutionized laboratory medicine, making large scale testing more efficient and cost effective. However, as healthcare evolved, the demand for faster results grew, leading to the rise of Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) rapid diagnostics performed outside traditional laboratories, often at or near the patient’s location. POCT plays a crucial role in modern healthcare by providing immediate results, allowing healthcare professionals to make quicker clinical decisions. It includes a wide range of tests, from blood glucose monitoring to rapid infectious disease diagnostics. With the increasing reliance on POCT, ISO 15189:2022, the international standard for medical laboratories, has incorporated new guidelines emphasizing quality, accuracy, and risk management in POCT to ensure reliable and standardized results. Understanding Poin...