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Integrating instruments and the laboratory information system

D Chou1

  • 1The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Division of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Ohio, 44195, USA.

American Journal of Clinical Pathology
|April 1, 1996
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Automated analytical instruments and laboratory information systems (LIS) have advanced significantly due to technology and better communication. Further improvements in user interface and workflow integration are needed for enhanced laboratory productivity.

Area of Science:

  • Laboratory automation
  • Clinical informatics
  • Analytical instrumentation

Background:

  • Over 30 years, significant advancements have occurred in connecting automated analytical instruments with laboratory information systems (LIS).
  • Progress driven by microelectronics, information system enhancements, barcode technology, and improved vendor-user communication.
  • Current systems benefit from these integrations, but potential for further optimization exists.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key areas for improving the integration of automated analytical instruments with LIS.
  • To explore how enhanced interfaces and workflow integration can boost laboratory productivity.
  • To suggest advancements for LIS to query instrument status.

Main Methods:

  • Review of technological advancements in microelectronics and information systems.

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  • Analysis of the impact of barcode recognition on instrument interfacing.
  • Evaluation of communication strategies between instrument vendors, LIS vendors, and end-users.

    • Main Results:

    • Progress in instrument-LIS interfacing is evident, fueled by technological and communication improvements.
    • Key areas for enhancement include consistent user interfaces and seamless workflow integration.
    • The ability for LIS to query instrument operating status is a critical future development.

    Conclusions:

    • Continued progress in laboratory automation relies on optimizing the interface between analytical instruments and LIS.
    • Standardized user interfaces and better workflow integration are crucial for realizing expected productivity gains.
    • Developing LIS capabilities to monitor instrument status directly will further enhance laboratory efficiency.