The ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine publishes peer-reviewed original research, method validations, diagnostic reviews, case reports, and technical reports across clinical pathology, hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, and laboratory medicine. The journal is committed to responsible peer review, scientific transparency, editorial independence, and ethical scholarly publishing.
This disclaimer explains the scope and limitations of the journal's responsibilities and clarifies the respective responsibilities of authors, editors, peer reviewers, laboratory professionals, pathalogists, and readers regarding the interpretation and use of published diagnostic content.
Statements, laboratory findings, interpretations, opinions, and diagnostic conclusions expressed in published articles are strictly those of the respective authors. They do not necessarily represent the views, positions, or policies of ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine, its Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board, peer reviewers, Publisher, or affiliated institutions.
Although ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine applies double-blind peer review and editorial assessment, these processes cannot guarantee that every lab technique, calculation, reference range, or assay protocol is entirely error-free. Readers and laboratory experts must independently evaluate published methods before applying them in routine clinical or research practice. To the extent permitted by law, the journal, its Publisher, and editors are not liable for loss or damage arising from:
Content published by ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine is intended for academic, educational, and informational purposes. It does not constitute formal medical diagnosis, clinical advice, or standard care guidelines. Laboratory scientists must independently verify test protocols, reagent controls, and reference limits before clinical implementation.
Reference to commercial lab instruments, diagnostic kits, reagents, software, or manufacturers does not constitute endorsement or certification by ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine or its Publisher. Authors remain responsible for disclosing competing commercial interests transparently.
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The ICME Journal of Laboratory Medicine maintains this disclaimer in alignment with COPE Core Practices and DOAJ transparency criteria. This policy is reviewed periodically to reflect evolving publishing practices.