Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

2. Website Information

The information provided on this website is intended for general informational and educational purposes related to Benchmark Diagnostics, its services, physician resources, research, and related activities.

Website content may be updated, modified, or removed at any time without prior notice.

3. No Medical Advice

Content on this website is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should consult an appropriate healthcare professional regarding individual medical concerns.

4. Physician and Laboratory Resources

Forms, specimen information, educational materials, turnaround information, and other physician resources are provided for convenience and may be updated as laboratory procedures or requirements change.

Healthcare professionals should contact Benchmark Diagnostics directly when confirmation of current laboratory requirements or services is necessary.

5. Confidential and Patient Information

Do not submit patient information, protected health information, medical records, pathology reports, or other confidential clinical information through general website contact forms unless Benchmark Diagnostics specifically provides a secure method designated for that purpose.

6. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the text, graphics, logos, website design, educational materials, pathology imagery, photographs, and other content appearing on this website are owned by or used with permission by Benchmark Diagnostics.

Website content may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, or commercially used without prior authorization, except where otherwise permitted by law.

7. PathArt and Educational Images

Pathology images and related educational content displayed through the PathArt Gallery are provided for educational and informational purposes.

Images may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used commercially without permission from Benchmark Diagnostics unless otherwise stated.

8. Permitted Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the operation, security, or availability of the website.

You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to website systems, introduce malicious software, or use the website in a manner that violates applicable law.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Benchmark Diagnostics is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites.

10. Website Availability

Benchmark Diagnostics does not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or free from errors. Website access may occasionally be suspended for maintenance, technical updates, or circumstances outside of Benchmark Diagnostics' control.

11. Disclaimer

The website and its content are provided on an "as available" basis. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Benchmark Diagnostics makes no warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or availability of website content.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Benchmark Diagnostics will not be liable for losses or damages arising from or related to the use of, inability to use, or reliance upon this website or its content.

13. Changes to These Terms

Benchmark Diagnostics may update these Terms of Use periodically. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by applicable laws of the State of Ohio and the United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

15. Contact Us

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to: