A clinical chemistry laboratory information system based on MUMPS is described, together with the problems associated with its implementation. Tabular displays and cusum charts as well as cumulative records are available on a real-time basis. Data capture is by both on-line and off-line techniques. After 18 months' live running the management of information within the laboratory has been significantly improved.
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