Lab analyzer integration: results go straight from the machine to the report

ClinikPe connects your haematology, biochemistry, immunoassay, urine and electrolyte analyzers to the lab software, so each result lands on the right patient's report without anyone typing it. Your technicians review and approve instead of copying numbers from a printout.

ASTM, HL7 or serial connections, unidirectional or bidirectional
Set up remotely by our team, usually within a working day
Abnormal values flagged against age- and sex-specific ranges on arrival

Check my analyzer Ask on WhatsApp

Tell us the make and model. We confirm compatibility before you commit to anything.

How long does your team spend typing results?

Count only the tests that run on analyzers.

Analyzer results per dayEach parameter counts, e.g. CBC = about 20

Seconds to type and check one result

Working days a month

Staff cost per hour (₹)

Hours of typing a month

Staff cost a year

₹0

Estimate only. It excludes the time spent finding and correcting typing mistakes.

Key facts about ClinikPe analyzer integration

Protocols: ASTM (CLSI LIS1/LIS2), HL7 v2 and serial or file output, depending on what the analyzer supports.
Modes: unidirectional (results only) and bidirectional (test orders sent to the analyzer by barcode).
Departments: haematology, biochemistry, immunoassay, urine, electrolytes, coagulation and HbA1c.
Setup: done remotely by ClinikPe, including mapping analyzer test codes to your tests. Standard connections usually take a few hours.
Checks: values are matched by sample barcode and compared with reference ranges for the patient's age and sex.
Availability: depends on the exact make, model and its data-output settings, so every model is confirmed before setup.

Typing results is where most avoidable report errors start

A technician copying 300 values a day from an analyzer screen will, sooner or later, swap two digits, miss a decimal point or put a result against the patient in the next row. Every one of those has to be caught at review, or it reaches a doctor.

Interfacing removes the copying. The analyzer and ClinikPe identify each sample by its barcode, so the value that leaves the machine is the value that lands on the report.

How a result travels from analyzer to report

Register and barcode

The patient is registered in ClinikPe and each tube gets a barcode label.
Order reaches the analyzer

In bidirectional mode the analyzer reads the barcode and asks ClinikPe which tests to run. In unidirectional mode the tech loads the order on the analyzer.
Run

The analyzer runs the tests and sends each result with the sample ID over the connection.
Match and flag

ClinikPe puts each value on the right report field, converts units if mapped, and flags results outside the reference range.
Review and release

A technician or pathologist reviews, approves and releases. The report prints and goes out on WhatsApp.

Interfacing protocols in plain language

You don't need to be an engineer to choose software, but knowing which protocol your analyzer speaks saves days of back-and-forth.

ASTM E1381 / E1394 (CLSI LIS1 and LIS2)	The most common standard on haematology and biochemistry analyzers in Indian labs. Usually over a serial (RS-232) cable or a network port.
HL7 version 2	Common on newer and higher-end analyzers and middleware. Usually over the network (TCP/IP).
Serial or file output	Older or simpler instruments print results to a serial port or write a file to a folder. ClinikPe can read many of these too.
Proprietary formats	Some instruments use their own format. These need the manufacturer's interface document and take longer to set up.

Analyzers commonly used in Indian labs

ClinikPe interfaces analyzers by protocol, not by brand. These are examples of instruments widely used in Indian labs. Send us your exact model to confirm.

Department	What it runs	Example models
Haematology	CBC, 3-part and 5-part differential	Sysmex XP-100, XN-350/550; Mindray BC-20s, BC-5130; Erba H360; Horiba Yumizen H500
Biochemistry	LFT, KFT, lipids, glucose, enzymes	Mindray BS-240; Erba EM-200; Transasia XL series; Roche Cobas c111
Immunoassay	Thyroid, vitamin D, fertility, cardiac markers	Snibe Maglumi 800/2000; Roche Cobas e411; Siemens ADVIA Centaur
Urine	Strip reading, sediment	Urine analyzers with a data output
Electrolytes	Sodium, potassium, chloride	ISE analyzers with serial output
Coagulation	PT/INR, APTT	Semi- and fully-automated coagulometers
HbA1c and point of care	HbA1c, glucose	HPLC and POC analyzers with data output

Examples only, not a list of certified integrations. See the full analyzer interfacing list.

Six questions to ask your analyzer supplier first

Most interfacing delays come from the analyzer side, not the software. Ask these before you book setup, and send us the answers.

Is the LIS or host output enabled on our unit, and is there a charge to enable it?
Which protocol does it use (ASTM, HL7 or other), and can you share the interface specification?
Does it support bidirectional host query by barcode, or results only?
Which port does it use (RS-232 serial or LAN), and is the cable included?
Which test codes does it send for each parameter, and in which units?
Will a software update or service visit change the interface settings?

Manual entry vs unidirectional vs bidirectional

	Manual entry	Unidirectional	Bidirectional
Results typed by staff	Every result	None for interfaced tests	None for interfaced tests
Patient and tests entered at the analyzer	Yes	Yes	No, sent from ClinikPe
Wrong-patient risk	Highest	Low, matched by barcode	Lowest
Time from run end to approval	Waits for typing	Minutes	Minutes
Best for	Very low volume	Most small and mid-size labs	Busy labs with barcoding

Interfaced results also give you an audit trail of where each value came from and who approved it, which helps with NABL ISO 15189 assessments, and they can trigger automatic reagent consumption tracking (early access).

Check if your analyzer can be connected

Tell us your lab and your analyzers. We'll confirm compatibility and the setup time on WhatsApp, usually within a working day.

A photo of the analyzer's back panel helps us see the ports. Send it in reply to our message.

Questions about analyzer interfacing

What is lab analyzer integration?

Lab analyzer integration, also called LIS interfacing or machine interfacing, is a data connection between a laboratory analyzer and the lab information system that sends results straight into the patient's record without manual typing. A bidirectional interface also sends test orders from the LIS to the analyzer.

What is the difference between unidirectional and bidirectional interfacing?

Unidirectional interfacing sends results from the analyzer to the LIS only; patient and test details are still entered at the machine. Bidirectional interfacing also sends test orders from the LIS to the analyzer, usually when the analyzer reads the sample barcode, so nothing is typed at either end.

Which protocols does ClinikPe support?

ClinikPe connects analyzers using the protocol the instrument supports, typically ASTM (CLSI LIS1/LIS2), HL7 version 2, or a serial or file output. Availability depends on the specific make and model, which our team confirms before setup.

How long does analyzer interfacing take?

Standard ASTM or HL7 connections are usually configured remotely within a working day, including mapping test codes. Older or proprietary instruments can take longer.

Does the analyzer manufacturer need to be involved?

Sometimes. The LIS output may need to be switched on by the manufacturer's engineer, and some vendors charge for it. Ask them the questions on this page before you schedule setup.

Does interfacing remove the need for technician review?

No. Results still need review and approval before release. Interfacing removes typing, not professional judgement.

Can interfaced results feed reagent tracking?

Yes. Each result received can also trigger automatic reagent consumption tracking, which is in early access.

Is analyzer integration included in every ClinikPe plan?

Analyzer integration is for ClinikPe's lab plans. The Basic clinic plan and the offline Desktop plan don't include it. We'll suggest the right plan once we know your analyzers.

About this page

Written by the ClinikPe product team in Kolkata. Last updated 6 October 2026. Model names are trademarks of their manufacturers and are listed as examples only.