Instrument and host communication via HL7 and ASTM protocols

Intra- and intersystem communication in diagnostically used laboratory information systems are regulated. Data exchange has to obey strict protocols. The communication interfaces of the developed individual software are harmonized with the customer's committee to satisfy ASTM and HL7 standards. Drivers translate the standardized information in a system-compatible data format. The intrasystem driver development of the customer is supported with requirements elicitation, coordination of system requirements, development of prototypes, test case design, testing and documentation. Improvements to the intersystem communication, i.e. of the software with superior laboratory information systems, are done by the PTA. These additionally include design, architecture and development of the host-interface and required drivers.