In POCT an impressive potential of improving patient care is combined with increased risks for patient safety. Thoroughly balanced decisions for the use of POCT are a key to patient safety in this field. Depending on the extent of use within an organization a POCT concept can aid to minimize risks for patient care. POCT is closely related to laboratory medicine but follows completely different rules with a tremendous impact on patient safety. This book points out strategies and recommendations for the use of POCT addressing all involved professions in order to increase patient safety. The reader will find a comprehensive overview of benefits of POCT and the potential risks for patient safety, perspectives of involved professions on POCT, POCT strategies for health care providers and Check lists of important aspects of patient safety in conducting POCT for both individual and institutional use.