Intermediate
Technical
IVT
specimen tracking system
Information management system that monitors newborn screening specimens from collection through result reporting.
Full Definition
A specimen tracking system is a computerized database that maintains real-time information about newborn screening specimens throughout the testing process, including collection details, transport times, analytical status, and result disposition. These systems enable quality monitoring, identification of testing delays, tracking of repeat specimens, and generation of performance metrics essential for program management and regulatory compliance.
Usage
Usage note: May be abbreviated as LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) in technical contexts.
In Context
- "The specimen tracking system flagged samples exceeding the 48-hour processing timeline." — Laboratory management report
- "Integration of the specimen tracking system with the hospital information system eliminated manual data entry errors." — Information technology update
Also known as
LIMS
tracking database
Don't confuse with
result reporting system
registry