Ulysses Syndrome

Was the workup prompted by a single abnormal finding or test result?

Does the patient otherwise appear healthy?

Is the clinician inexperienced?

Is the clinician concerned about being sued or rebuked?

Does the clinician routinely order a lot of tests?

Does the clinician have a profit motive for ordering more tests?

Was the original result caused by an error in handling the specimen or performing a test?

Does the clinician accept results without questioning or checking?