Objective. To analyze how national regulatory requirements for laboratory diagnostics of infectious diseases are implemented in the Arctic region, using the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug (YNAO) as a case study. Materials and Methods. The study combined a review of federal regulations and scientific literature, a survey of laboratory managers (11 out of 13 facilities, 84.6%), a SWOT analysis of the regional laboratory network, and an assessment of practical measures introduced at Novy Urengoy Central City Hospital, particularly the implementation of standardized turnaround times (TAT) for laboratory testing. Results. Although federal regulations have been formally adopted, their practical enforcement remains inconsistent. Only 54.5% of laboratories reported defined turnaround times, while integration between laboratory information systems (LIS) and medical information systems (MIS) was incomplete; manual data entry persisted in 72.7% of cases. SWOT analysis highlighted strengths (adequate funding, modern equipment), weaknesses (staff shortages, lack of unified standards), opportunities (digitalization, professional training), and threats (logistical barriers, epidemic surges). The experience of Novy Urengoy Hospital demonstrated that prioritization of urgent versus routine tests, introduction of target TAT benchmarks, and staff training improved the timeliness of results and enhanced communication with clinical departments. Conclusion. These findings may guide the development of tailored management models for laboratory diagnostics in remote northern regions.

laboratory diagnostics, infectious diseases, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, healthcare organization, turnaround time (TAT).