Establishing an online connection between your LIS and an external reference lab information system can be a challenging task. Variances among test naming conventions and standard protocols between your facility and the reference lab require custom mapping of these data fields to ensure proper communication between each facility. Other variables such as printing manifest lists for the reference lab or using multiple labs add to the details. Dawning's Reference Lab Connection Package is a powerful, flexible application designed to put you in control of these connections.

The Dawning Reference Lab Connection Package (RLCP) is a flexible mapping application designed to match the test code names and messaging format used in your lab to those used by your external reference lab. This permits each side of the connection to use their own unique interpretation of standard formats (HL7 or ASTM) as well as different transport protocol, depending upon system preferences. You can define the mapping rules you wish to use now, adding to them as more tests or other reference lab connections are brought on line at a later date. In the style of other open architecture tools from Dawning, you have access to all aspects of system configuration. This is your tool.

The Reference Lab Connection Package is Java based, requiring only that a Java Runtime Engine v1.3 or higher be running. This allows the Reference Lab package to run in Windows, Linux, Unix or other OS environments you prefer. If you change information systems, RLCP can move with you, seamlessly, saving you time and money during your conversion. Access to RLCP configuration files is controlled via a password secured Java utility program that can be loaded on the same or other workstations.

An Audit Log feature is included in JResultNet. This security feature keeps track of all access to and activity with the system. The Audit Log file is configurable in size and can be automatically saved to a desired location or emailed to a designated recipient.

Its sophisticated design incorporates all the normal protocols associated with HL7 and ASTM messaging as simple drop-down selections on configuration screens, greatly simplifying the connection process. This application also includes TCP/IP socket, FTP, block mode, serial and modem connections as pre-loaded list selections, eliminating the need for additional communication software.

Connections controlled by the RLCP can be secured in several ways. An encryption package is included that provides a variety of encryption algorithms available to all connections including SSL. When a modem connection to the reference lab is preferred, the system can easily be configured to only dial out and not permit any dial in connections. VPN connections can also be used.

Like our ResultNet/Plus software, the Reference Lab Connection Package consumes little CPU resource, allowing concurrent operation with other applications. You need not dedicate a workstation to the RLCP application unless you choose.

The basic RLCP is available for applications in which some form of industry standard messaging is being used by each connection. Additional charges may apply if the connections require excessive configuration or programming time. Specifications of each connection must be provided with each order or request for quote. A Linux, Unix, or Windows NT/2000 platform is preferred. For MacIntosh applications please contact our programming department.