CHRISTINE JOY C. PRADERA MT14 – CC   What is a laboratory information system? A laboratory information system is an information system designed for processing, storing, and managing patient data for medical processes and the testing needs of a clinical laboratory (McCudden et.al, 2020). It is a complete network of computer components used by laboratory professionals to coordinate their day-to-day workflow and reduce the workload needed to complete laboratory orders. It tracks clinical data for efficient analysis and observation and stores it in its database for physicians and laboratory professionals to assess…. Read More

An information system is a system designed to manage data/information so that it is easily accessible for collection, storage, distribution, and analysis. According to MDS (2020), it is made up of various components like hardware, software, data, telecommunications, and human resources that allow for the efficient handling and distribution of information. Information systems are essential for businesses, organizations, institutions, etc. because it helps executives during decision-making, marketing, etc. Furthermore, the data gathered by information systems can also be transformed into products or used for policy changes to improve our way of living…. Read More