LIMS improves sample turnaround time
Like any business, laboratories have to develop their business while controlling the quality of operations. An increase in samples and business means many laboratories opt for a laboratory information management (LIMS) system to streamline laboratory operations while reducing expenditure.
The challenge most laboratories face is an increase in workload. More work often results in a reduction in quality. While many laboratories still keep track of samples and tests by utilising laboratory staff at a high price.
Lab-i is a customisable LIMS system from QBCon. With Lab-i laboratories can trace a sample from the moment it is registered on the system right through to compiling and delivering a report to the client. Each sample receives a barcode on delivery, which is then scanned and registered. As it moves from analyst to analyst, Lab-i tracks and records every aspect of the test. The time of the test, the analyst that works on the sample and the results of various tests is recorded automatically. Analysts are therefore free to spend their time focussing on the tests, rather than keeping a record of the tests performed.
By automating data capturing, transcription and calculation errors are less likely to occur. The tests to be performed on each sample get listed automatically when the sample is received, with the option of adding and removing tests based the client's request. For example, a client can specify one sample in a batch to be tested for chlorine content. By simply scanning in that sample's barcode, laboratory staff will be informed of the additional test to be performed on that particular sample.
If the lab manager notices an error at any time, the sample’s history can be traced back to the origin of the error. With faster and more accurate sample tracking, laboratories can save time and improve accuracy and productivity.
With Lab-i, laboratories can increase turnaround time on each sample, provide instant and accurate reports and ensure the highest standard of testing.