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Computer assisted interpretation of laboratory test data with 'MDI-LabLink'
A Regeniter1, W H Siede, U B Seiffert
1Zentrallaboratorium, Klinikum, Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universität, Frankfurt, Germany. Regeniter@em.uni-frankfurt.d400.de
Summary
MDI-LabLink software automates laboratory test interpretation, enhancing expert systems with graphics and customizable databases. This tool aids clinicians in diagnosing organ system defects and monitoring patient progress effectively.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Chemistry
- Medical Informatics
- Expert Systems
Background:
- Physicians face challenges interpreting vast amounts of laboratory data.
- Manual interpretation of specialized tests is typically performed by a few experts.
- Existing systems lack flexibility and advanced visualization for complex data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce MDI-LabLink, a software solution for automated laboratory data interpretation.
- To enhance traditional rule-based expert systems with advanced features.
- To improve the visualization and reporting of complex laboratory results for clinicians.
Main Methods:
- Development of a PC Windows-based software, MDI-LabLink.
- Integration of a customizable interpretation database for laboratory-specific needs.
- Implementation of structured input for dynamic test scheduling and graphical output.
Main Results:
- MDI-LabLink automates interpretation, expanding expert system capabilities.
- The software offers flexibility, graphic illustrations, and customizable databases.
- It visualizes organ system defects using bitmap pictures and 3D graphics, aiding patient follow-up and therapy monitoring.
Conclusions:
- MDI-LabLink provides an automated and enhanced approach to laboratory data interpretation.
- The software empowers laboratories to maintain control over interpretation output.
- It facilitates improved clinical decision-making through advanced visualization and patient monitoring tools.