Comparison

Laboratory Diagnostic Tests vs CodeCalc

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Laboratory Diagnostic Tests

This comprehensive manual provides essential information on laboratory and diagnostic tests, focusing on nursing implications and clinical judgment. It helps healthcare professionals understand test procedures, interpret results, and deliver quality patient care with updated terminology and a student-friendly design.

Highlights
  • Nursing implications and clinical judgment focus
  • Alphabetical test listing for quick reference
  • Integrated index for multiple search options
  • Updated terminology and healthcare changes
  • Student decision-making model for critical thinking
  • Patient education section with clear language
Features
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"Try before you buy" - Download the FREE App, which includes sample content. In-App purchase required to unlock all content. Davis's Comprehensive Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests With Nursing Implications, 11th Edition, supports nursing practice and clinical judgment better than any other manual! Written by a laboratory scientist and a nurse educator, this easy-to-read, full-color manual delivers all the information you need to understand how tests work, interpret their results, and provide quality patient care—pre-test, intra-test, and post-test. With a nursing focus and an emphasis on clinical judgment, this manual offers interpretive guidance on the reasons for each study, why it's important, and what it means for nurses and the care they provide. Tests and procedures are listed in alphabetical order by full name for fast reference. The integrated index allows quick searches by abbreviation, synonym, disease/disorder, specimen type, or test classification. NEW TO THIS EDITION New & Updated! The latest information, diagnostic tests, terminology, and healthcare changes, with direct connections to nursing practice. Tab-like Labels highlight core lab and diagnostic studies commonly seen in clinical settings, plus a list of core studies added to the Critical Findings appendices. Point of Care Labels identify bedside-relevant studies for immediate clinical application. Clinical Judgment Focus: Sections on “Nursing Implications, Nursing Process, Clinical Judgment,” plus a clinical judgment icon and concluding “Clinical Judgment” statement for every test entry. Student Decision Making Model helps learners visualize clinical reasoning and critical thinking processes. Core Lab Study Labels identify 35 must-know, clinically significant tests. Potential Nursing Problems Tables present problems, symptoms, and nursing interventions. Reference Ranges include both conventional and SI units, with age, gender, and cultural considerations where applicable. Interfering Factors cover food, supplements, test timing, specimen handling, underlying conditions, and drugs that may affect test outcomes. KEY FEATURES Clinical Judgment Emphasis with focused sections and icons in every entry, supporting high-level nursing decisions & safe, effective care. Reinforced Learning with a “Clinical Judgment” statement at the end of each test to highlight key nursing takeaways. Student-Friendly Design including the “Student Decision Making Model” to boost understanding of critical thinking. Patient Education made easier with a “Common Use” section in every monograph, using simple, clear language patients will understand. Content licensed from printed ISBN 10: 1719650306 Content licensed from printed ISBN 13: 9781719650304 SUBSCRIPTION : Please choose an auto renewable subscription plan to receive content access and continuous updates. Your subscription automatically renews as per your plan, so you always have the latest content. Six months auto-renewing payments - $39.99 Three month auto-renewing payments - $29.99 Yearly auto-renewing payments- $59.99 Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription may be managed by the user and auto-renewal can be disabled at any time by going to your device “Settings” and tapping “iTunes & App Store”. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable." If you have any questions or comments, email us any time: customersupport@skyscape.com or call 508-299-3000 Privacy Policy - https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/privacypolicy.aspx Terms and Conditions - https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/licenseagreement.aspx Editor(s): Anne M. Van Leeuwen MA, BS, MT (ASCP); Mickey L. Bladh RN, MSN Publisher: F. A. Davis Company

About

CodeCalc

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CodeCalc is a fast, offline medical calculator designed for physicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals. 13 evidence-based calculators across 5 specialties: CARDIOLOGY • CHA₂DS₂-VASc — Stroke risk in atrial fibrillation • HAS-BLED — Bleeding risk on anticoagulation • ASCVD Risk — 10-year cardiovascular risk (Pooled Cohort Equations) RENAL • eGFR — CKD-EPI 2021 race-free equation • Cockcroft-Gault — Creatinine clearance for drug dosing LIVER • MELD-Na — Model for End-Stage Liver Disease • Child-Pugh — Chronic liver disease severity GENERAL • BMI, BSA, Corrected Calcium, Anion Gap CRITICAL CARE • qSOFA — Quick sepsis screening • SOFA — Sequential Organ Failure Assessment KEY FEATURES • View original formulas and scoring criteria • Unit conversion (lbs⇄kg, in⇄cm, mg/dL⇄mmol/L) • Color-coded risk interpretation • Copy results to clipboard • Recent calculators for quick access • Works completely offline — no account required BUILT FOR CLINICAL WORKFLOW CodeCalc focuses on the most commonly used medical calculators in everyday practice. Open the app, enter values, and get results in seconds. No clutter. No unnecessary features. Just fast clinical calculations. PRIVACY CodeCalc does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. DISCLAIMER: CodeCalc is intended as a reference tool only. It is not a substitute for professional medical judgment. Always verify calculations with current clinical guidelines. Lotena Medical Inc. assumes no liability for clinical decisions made using this application.

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Laboratory Diagnostic Tests4 screens
CodeCalc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CodeCalc at none against Laboratory Diagnostic Tests's 7. CodeCalc also leads on ads (none vs shown). Laboratory Diagnostic Tests's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Laboratory Diagnostic Tests sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per 3 months. CodeCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Laboratory Diagnostic Tests versus CodeCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLaboratory Diagnostic TestsCodeCalc
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB28 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSkyscape Medpresso IncLeo Luong

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Laboratory Diagnostic Tests

Subscriptions6
  • HBK of Lab. & Dx Tests 3M Sub$29.993 Months
  • HBK of Lab. & Dx Tests 6M Sub$39.996 Months
  • 25% Off for Limited Period$44.001 Year
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  • 20% Off for Limited Period$47.001 Year
  • 15% Off for Limited Offer$50.001 Year
  • HBK of Lab. & Dx Tests 1/Y Sub$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • HBK of Laboratory and Dx Tests$59.99
None

CodeCalc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Laboratory Diagnostic Tests free?
Laboratory Diagnostic Tests is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeCalc free?
CodeCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Laboratory Diagnostic Tests or CodeCalc have ads?
Laboratory Diagnostic Tests shows ads; CodeCalc does not.

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