The Basic LIMS

The LIMS software basically consists of two elements (1) the routines for the fnnctional parts and (2) the database. For the latter, usually a commercially available database software is used that may include certain functional parts, such as production of graphs and report generation. 

The database is subdivided into a static and a dynamic part. The static part comprises the elements that change very little with time (e.g., the definition of analytical methods), whereas the dynamic part relates to clients, samples, planning, and results. 

Sample login Sample labeling Analysis result entry Final report generation 

Sample tracking, including chain of custody (auditing) 

QA and quality control tracking and charting functions Operational reporting including backlog and sample statistics 

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