"Laboratory instruments" are devices or machines used in laboratories to perform various testing procedures, analyses, and experiments.
Typical functions of software in the "Laboratory instruments" domain include:
Device control: Controlling laboratory instruments through the software to perform tests and analyses according to specific requirements.
Data acquisition: Capturing measurement data and results from the laboratory instruments, including numerical data, graphics, or images.
Data processing and analysis: Processing and analyzing the captured data by the software to generate results, identify trends, and perform statistical evaluations.
Calibration and maintenance: Monitoring calibration processes and maintenance activities on the laboratory instruments and logging these activities for compliance with quality standards.
Sample and order management: Managing sample and order information, including sample identification, test assignment, and tracking of process status.
User and access management: Managing user accounts and access rights to ensure that only authorized personnel can access the laboratory instruments and associated data.
Integration with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS): Ability to integrate with LIS systems for seamless data transfer and processing between laboratory instruments and other laboratory information systems.
Quality assurance and compliance: Supporting compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements by implementing quality controls and logging compliance activities.