Definition
Reference lab operations differ from single-hospital labs in client management, logistics, and high-throughput automation lines.
Workflow
Workflows emphasize batching, sorting, and automated track systems where installed, with exception queues for unsuitable specimens.
Implementation
Implementation sequences master data cleanup, logistics label validation, and staged interface cutovers per client site.
Interoperability
Clients may send orders via HL7, flat files, or portal APIs; the LIS should normalize to internal dictionaries before testing.