How can you integrate point-of-care testing into your central lab?

Secure and efficient documentation

Documenting test results manually in the patient journal is time-consuming. Of course, then there is the risk of human error – registering the wrong information, or perhaps missing part of the information entirely. By connecting point-of-care testing devices to the central information system, you can have test results transferred directly to the patient journal, EMR. This enables improved patient security, better staff and patient management and more accurate billing.

Secure patient and user identification

Scanning barcodes is a more secure way of identifying both patient and user. First of all, it ensures that the right data is registered for the right patient. Secondly, identifying the user is a way to ensure traceability, and control that the user is in fact certified to perform the test.

The HemoCue^® Data Management systems can be configured to prompt the operator for identification, lot numbers, quality control and other required information during analysis.

Improved work process and quality

Diagnostic connectivity makes quality control easier and more accurate. Both devices and users of these can be monitored through the central data management software. It provides you with data that can form the basis of resource allocation, maintenance, staff training and cost control. The HemoCue^® Data Management systems help healthcare providers ensure the authorized and appropriate use of HemoCue^® Analyzers.

Requirements for data connectivity in point-of-care testing

Diagnostic connectivity requires that point-of-care testing devices have a barcode scanner, for secure patient and user identification. They should also be able to separate quality control from regular patient testing. To achieve full diagnostic connectivity, the systems used should comply with international standards, such as POCT1-A. This will allow for two-way communication between the point-of-care testing device and the data management system. The HemoCue^® Data Management systems meet all these requirements.

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