Dhaka, Aug. 16 -- Law Adviser Asif Nazrul has urged doctors to end the practice of prescribing unnecessary medical tests, calling it an abuse that exploits patients and undermines trust in the healthcare system.

Speaking on Saturday morning at an event organised by the Bangladesh Private Hospital, Clinic and Diagnostic Owners Association (BPHCDOA), Nazrul raised concerns over common complaints against physicians, bdnews24.com reports.

"I often hear that doctors write prescriptions without properly listening to patients and order unnecessary tests," he said.

"Ordering tests without any reason, and asking for them right away, this should not happen. Please put a stop to this torture. Take it seriously."

Drawing an example from his perso...