It is a software system that facilitates the management of samples, test results, and associated data to
improve lab productivity and effectiveness.
A. HIS
B. HMIS
C. LIMS
D. RIS - correct answer ✔✔LIMS
LIMS is capable for:
A. Sample management
B. Instrument integration
C. Procedure execution
D. All of the above - correct answer ✔✔All of the above
It focuses on a patient rather than on a sample. It has been used in clinical conditions to store and
manage patient's data and their test results. Likewise, it usually stores patient's demographic
information and record of clinical diagnosis.
A. LIS
B. HMIS
C. PDES
D. HIS - correct answer ✔✔LIS
It is NOT a purpose of implementing LIMS.
A. Efficiency
B. Safety
C. Compliance
D. Work delay - correct answer ✔✔Work delay
, Advantages of LIMS:
A. Productivity
B. Automation
C. Connectivity
D. All of the above - correct answer ✔✔All of the above
Automating laboratory results and other health information for rapid access is now made possible thru
the emergence of the laboratory management system.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE - correct answer ✔✔FALSE
A LIMS provides harmonization of workflows, procedures, and tests, and also ensures control over the
processes in the lab.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE - correct answer ✔✔TRUE
The LIMS also enables tracking of the location of a sample. Location tracking consists of assigning the
sample to a specific freezer location, often down to the level of the shelf, or box.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE - correct answer ✔✔TRUE
The LIMS has no capability to insert control files into a particular instrument and direct its functioning.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE - correct answer ✔✔FALSE
The LIMS has full control over procedure execution. It is in control of LIMS procedures, SOP, and methods
used in the lab.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE - correct answer ✔✔TRUE