Introduction to QLIMS as a Platform – Lab of the Future
In this blog series we will be re-introducing our well renowned LIMS, QLIMS, and how it enables our philosophy for lab informatics, the concept of LIMS as a Platform. Benefits it can enable include... [Read More]
The Laboratories’ Guide to Getting a LIMS You’ll Love
It’s that time of year again when almost everyone remembers that love is possible and should be celebrated. We’re here to tell you that love and LIMS can occupy the same headspace, but, like everything worth having in life, it takes work.
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Demystifying the Next-Generation Sequencing Workflow: Part 1
Toward the end of 2021, we highlighted the rising importance of next-generation sequencing (NGS) in diagnostic laboratories. In this two-part series, we will explore the NGS workflow to gain a better understanding of how this testing technology can be implemented in your laboratory.
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Business Value to Clinical Development of a Platform Based, Data Centric Approach
According to a GlobalData survey last year, over 70% of pharma industry respondents stated they expect that drug development will be the area most impacted by the implementation of smart technologies. With that being the case, it is imperative that ... [Read More]
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 20, Issue 7
February 16, 2022 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 20, Issue 7 In This Issue Featured Books Laboratory Informatics Buyer's Guide for Medical Diagnostics and Research Featured Content 02/16/2022 - SCC Soft Computer’s SoftLab® Version 4.0.9 Achieves 2015 Edition ONC Health IT Certification from ICSA Labs SCC Soft Computer’s SoftLab® version 4.0.9 has achieved 2015 Edition ONC Health IT certification as a Health IT Module. The 2015 Edition Certification Program supports a diverse health IT system, including but not limited to EHR technology... [Read More] 02/16/2022 - Top 9 Ways a LIMS Can Help Your Clinical Laboratory Between COVID-19 and an increase in…Delta-8-THC: Delta-9-THC’s nicer younger sibling?
In this 2022 article published in Journal of Cannabis Research, Kruger and Kruger share the results of an exploratory study about delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ8-THC) "to inform policy discussions and provide directions for future systematic research." Noting the lack of research on the cannabinoid, the duo developed a survey and recruited Δ8-THC users to report their experiences with it. After discussing their methodology and sharing their results from the survey, the authors found participant reports to be "overall supportive of the use of Δ8-THC" and to contain "a wealth of other information that can inform hypothesis testing and research questions in future studies." They conclude that their research should further drive additional collaborative research about, for example, substituting Δ8-THC for Δ9-THC, and inform further policy discussions about laboratory testing, user safety (i.e., harm reduction), and legalization efforts.
3 Important Clinical Development Trends
There are three primary trends that are impacting clinical development. These trends are causing Life Science organizations to re-assess their current operations to find areas of improvement that can be made with respect to people, processes, and technology.
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Semaphore Solutions – Cleveland Clinic Software Project
Semaphore Solutions recently had a journal article published in the Journal of Molecular Diagnostics describing a model for implementation of a molecular pathology-specific laboratory information management system.
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Build a Tomorrow-Ready Lab with LIMS
Building a digital strategy that addresses the needs & trends of tomorrow is crucial to effective digital transformation. Quality, Compliance, and Automation are the three key themes that will influence today’s digital decisions. Read this whitepaper to learn more.
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Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 20, Issue 6
February 9, 2022 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 20, Issue 6 In This Issue Featured Books Laboratory Informatics Buyer's Guide for Medical Diagnostics and Research Featured Content 02/16/2022 - SCC Soft Computer’s SoftLab® Version 4.0.9 Achieves 2015 Edition ONC Health IT Certification from ICSA Labs SCC Soft Computer’s SoftLab® version 4.0.9 has achieved 2015 Edition ONC Health IT certification as a Health IT Module. The 2015 Edition Certification Program supports a diverse health IT system, including but not limited to EHR technology... [Read More] 02/16/2022 - Top 9 Ways a LIMS Can Help Your Clinical Laboratory Between COVID-19 and an increase in…Management of post-analytical processes in the clinical laboratory according to ISO 15189:2012: Considerations about the management of clinical samples, ensuring quality of post-analytical processes and laboratory information management
In this 2021 journal article published in Advances in Laboratory Medicine, Yeste et al. discuss their recommendations in regards to implementing ISO 15189 in Spanish laboratories. Based on Entidad Nacional de Acreditación (ENAC) and its accreditation requirements, the authors provide context for clinical laboratorians involved with post-analytical processes seeking to meet ISO 15189 and ENAC requirements. The authors discuss specimen storage, retention, and disposal; quality assurance and continuous improvement; laboratory information management; and the use of ENAC accreditation labeling as part of their set of recommendations. They conclude by highlighting that "with ISO 15189 being the most specific standard for demonstrating technical performance, a clear understanding of its requirements is essential for proper implementation."
LIS v. LIMS – What’s the difference between the systems?
If you’re shopping for laboratory software, you’ve probably come across these two software systems a few times – LIS and LIMS. In healthcare laboratory informatics, LIS and LIMS systems are frequently mentioned together, leading some to assume they are the same thing.
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