LABORATORY INSTRUMENTATION INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL NETWORK

摘要

Described are techniques for identifying samples processed in a laborator y using harmonized identifier. A case identifier identifying a patient from whom a specimen is collected is determined. A specimen identifier associated with the specimen is determined. An entry for the specimen is recorded in a data store where the entry being associated with the case identifier and th e specimen identifier. A harmonized specimen identifier including the case i dentifier and the specimen identifier is formed. The specimen is labeled wit h the harmonized specimen identifier.