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Group 869

Medical imaging services and medical laboratory activities

This category includes all medical diagnostic imaging services (X-rays, MRI, CT, ultrasounds) and laboratory tests (blood tests, urine tests, etc.). Essentially, it covers all paraclinical investigations that help doctors establish a correct diagnosis.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • ✅ Radiology and medical imaging services Medical laboratory services Medical analysis of blood
  • ✅ urine
  • ✅ tissues Diagnostic imaging services (MRI
  • ✅ CT
  • ✅ ultrasounds) Medical genetics services

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • ❌ Manufacture of medical equipment
  • ❌ Veterinary services
  • ❌ Basic medical research
  • ❌ Manufacture of contrast media

Subordinate Structure

8691 Medical diagnostic imaging services and activities of medical laboratories
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8692 Patient transport by ambulance
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8693 Activities of psychologists and psychotherapists, except physicians
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8694 Activities of nurses and midwives
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8695 Physiotherapy activities
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8696 Activities of traditional, complementary and alternative medicine
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8697 Intermediation services for medical, dental and other human health services
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8699 Other human health activities n.e.c.
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Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

Medical imaging services and medical laboratory activities in Romania: an expanding sector

The medical imaging services and medical laboratory activities industry in Romania is on an upward trend, supported by the digitalization of the healthcare system and increasing demand for prevention. With a significant share in healthcare expenditure, this sector includes everything from private radiology clinics to public or private laboratories that process millions of tests annually. At a macroeconomic level, its contribution is reflected not only in investments in state-of-the-art equipment but also in job creation for specialist doctors, biologists, chemists, and auxiliary staff. The evolution of the niche has been marked by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence in image interpretation and the integration of IT systems allowing storage and sharing of patient data. Major challenges for entrepreneurs in this field include the high costs of purchasing and maintaining equipment, fluctuations in qualified personnel, and the pressure to comply with increasingly strict quality and data security standards. Additionally, national and European regulations on radioprotection and medical waste management require additional investments. However, the market outlook remains optimistic, and companies that manage to combine operational efficiency with technical innovation have a clear competitive advantage.