Advanced and Secure Laboratory Management System

Advanced & Secure Laboratory Information Management System, TRLIMS is the management system which has live tracking system for all the testing and research conducted at the laboratory. This system is developed to achieve diverse functionality for the disciplines such as mechanical, chemical, environmental, microbiology and non-destructive fields. The basic features of this application are that it can manage the data related to client, employees and testing results of the laboratory. Apart from that since the application is fully hosted on server which offers flexibility, providing future scope for more hardware and operating system configuration. This application provides very enhanced turn-around-time (TAT) for the material testing laboratory It aims to manage the employees, clients and associated testing data to improve the lab productivity. The application allows clients to track their improvement in sample testing from time to time, the data is updated on server by employees who perform tests at the premises. This paper could provide guidance to understanding the operation mechanism of Laboratory Information Management System.

Организация системы менеджмента качества лабораторий с учетом требований ГОСТ ISO/IEC 17025-2019 с применением ЛИМС

The updated version of the ISO/IEC 17025 standard has introduced substantial changes to the structure, terminology, requirements to resources, processes, and quality management system of testing and calibration laboratories. New requirements were established for organization of laboratory activities – the process based approach and risk-targeted thinking, which provides for the cutting of some part of the prescriptive requirements and introduction of requirements based upon analysis of actions performed. In accordance with GOST ISO/IEC 17025-2019, the laboratory is required to provide risk identification and assessment processes, develop risk control measures and expand opportunities to achieve the established purposes and objectives. The standard requires the laboratory to plan and perform actions to manage risks and opportunities associated with laboratory activities. This article deals with organization of the quality management system of Transneft system organizations’ laboratories in the aspects of risk management, management of opportunities, corrective actions with the use of laboratory information management system (LIMS). The model of the process implementation is described, subject to requirements of GOST ISO/IEC 17025-2019. Обновленная редакция стандарта ISO/IEC 17025 внесла существенные изменения в структуру, терминологию, требования к ресурсам, процессам, системе менеджмента качества испытательных и калибровочных лабораторий. Были установлены новые требования к организации деятельности лабораторий – процессный подход и риск-ориентированное мышление, что предусматривает сокращение части предписывающих требований и введение требований, основанных на анализе выполнения действий. В соответствии с ГОСТ ISO/IEC 17025-2019 от лаборатории требуется обеспечить процессы идентификации и оценки рисков, разработку мер по контролю рисков и расширению возможностей для достижения поставленных целей и задач. Стандарт требует от лаборатории планирования и реализации действий по управлению рисками и возможностями, связанными с лабораторной деятельностью. В настоящей статье рассматривается организация системы менеджмента качества лабораторий организаций системы «Транснефть» в части управления рисками, возможностями, корректирующими действиями с применением лабораторной информационной менеджмент-системы (ЛИМС). Описана модель реализации процесса с учетом соблюдения требований ГОСТ ISO/IEC 17025-2019.

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

ISO 15189:2012 establishes the requirements for clinical sample management, ensuring quality of process and laboratory information management. The accreditation authority, ENAC in Spain, established the requirements for the authorized use of the label in reports issued by accredited laboratories. These recommendations are applicable to the postanalytical processes and the professionals involved. The Standard requires laboratories to define and document the duration and conditions of sample retention. Laboratories are also required to design an internal quality control scheme to verify whether postanalytical activities attain the expected standards. Information management requirements are also established and laboratories are required to design a contingency plan to ensure the communication of laboratory results. Instructions are finally provided about the correct use of the accreditation label in laboratory reports. A range of nations and scientific societies support that clinical laboratories should be required to obtain accreditation. With ISO 15189 being the most specific standard for demonstrating technical performance, a clear understanding of its requirements is essential for proper implementation.

Data standardization implementation and applications within and among diagnostic laboratories: integrating and monitoring enteric coronaviruses

Every day, thousands of samples from diverse populations of animals are submitted to veterinary diagnostic laboratories (VDLs) for testing. Each VDL has its own laboratory information management system (LIMS), with processes and procedures to capture submission information, perform laboratory tests, define the boundaries of test results (i.e., positive or negative), and report results, in addition to internal business and accounting applications. Enormous quantities of data are accumulated and stored within VDL LIMSs. There is a need for platforms that allow VDLs to exchange and share portions of laboratory data using standardized, reliable, and sustainable information technology processes. Here we report concepts and applications for standardization and aggregation of data from swine submissions to multiple VDLs to detect and monitor porcine enteric coronaviruses by RT-PCR. Oral fluids, feces, and fecal swabs were the specimens submitted most frequently for enteric coronavirus testing. Statistical algorithms were used successfully to scan and monitor the overall and state-specific percentage of positive submissions. Major findings revealed a consistently recurrent seasonal pattern, with the highest percentage of positive submissions detected during December–February for porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, porcine deltacoronavirus, and transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV). After 2014, very few submissions tested positive for TGEV. Monitoring VDL data proactively has the potential to signal and alert stakeholders early of significant changes from expected detection. We demonstrate the importance of, and applications for, data organized and aggregated by using LOINC and SNOMED CTs, as well as the use of customized messaging to allow inter-VDL exchange of information.