Screeningand

Screeningand is a term used to describe an integrated workflow that combines initial screening with downstream analytical assessment and decision-making. The word is a neologism derived from screening and the coordinating conjunction and, signaling that screening is one step in a broader process rather than an end in itself. In practice, screeningand denotes a pipeline in which items, individuals, or data points are first screened against predefined criteria, then routed to further evaluation based on risk scores, indicators, or priorities.

Core components include screening criteria, triage rules, data capture, analytic models, and decision workflows. The approach emphasizes prioritization, aiming to identify cases or items that require additional testing, validation, or intervention.

Applications span multiple sectors. In health care, screeningand can guide resource allocation by flagging patients who need diagnostic workups. In security and border management, it supports determining who should receive expanded screening or further questioning. In manufacturing and environmental monitoring, it can prioritize samples for laboratory testing or quality assurance.

Benefits include more efficient use of limited resources, faster decision-making for high-priority cases, and improved consistency in handling screening outcomes. Limitations center on data quality, potential biases in risk models, privacy considerations, and the need for governance, validation, and ongoing monitoring to prevent drift.

Related concepts include screening, triage, risk assessment, and data analytics.