摘要
introduction: nowadays, the environmental and socioeconomic contexts in which clinical laboratories are set, coupled with increased business risks, require the formulation of an emergency care plan in case of natural disasters. objective: this plan is useful to ensure business continuity and recovery after crisis. method: the emergency care plan (pae) is presented as a structured set of procedures for obtaining rapid, efficient and trained responses in emergency situations. conclusion: it aims at preventing or mitigating occasional adverse consequences regarding safety, health and environment in clinical laboratories. results: this article discusses the applicability, responsibilities, development and maintenance as well as their corresponding implications in laboratory procedures