diagnostics
(noun)
The process of determining the state of or capability of a component to perform its function(s).
Examples of diagnostics in the following topics:
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Economic Models
- However, creating a model does have two basic steps: 1) generate the model, and 2) checking the model for accuracy - also known as diagnostics.
- The diagnostic step is important because a model is only useful if the data and analysis is accurate.
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Defining Health, Health Care, and Medical Care
- Supply of Health Care Costs (Box D):The supply of health care in most systems is quite complex, inclusive of direct inputs such as drugs, medical suppliers, and diagnostics to insurance companies (third parties) to health care professionals (doctors, nurses, etc.) to research.