Create a Laboratory Job by Scanning Sample Labels

A laboratory job can also be created by scanning sample labels generated when a sample batch is created. This allows the laboratory to analyze only a subset of samples from the batch, in a different order than they were originally added. Each sample ID can be added by scanning its label, with the first scanned label initiating the laboratory job for the analysis code assigned to it. The labels contain the sample ID and the specific analysis code required for each sample.

This activity presumes you have printed the adhesive labels. For more information, see Print Sample Labels.

Activity Steps

  1. Scan the label of the first sample.

    The Analysis Code screen displays when more than one analysis code is attached to the batch.

    1. Select the correct Code.
    2. Click OK.

    The Lab Job Data screen displays with the scanned label inserted in the first row.

    Note: Scanning the sample label can be done in any of the Job Book screens.

  2. In the Net column, enter the Weight if required. When the weight is entered using a connected balance, AssayNet LIMS automatically proceeds to the next row. However, when the weight is entered manually, you must press the Enter key to move to the next row to scan the next sample ID label. For more information, see Enter Measurements in the Laboratory Job.

  3. Scan and enter the weights for the rest of the samples.

  4. To enter the sample ID manually:

    1. Set the Mode to Manual.

      Note: To enable manual entry, the Data Manual Entry option must be set to Allow. For more information, see Edit the Laboratory Job Options.

    2. Select the row in the Sample ID column to enter the new sample ID. The aliquot must be empty.

    3. Enter the Sample ID in the window above the Initial Measure icon.

    4. Press Enter on the keyboard.

      Note: The sample ID entered must match an existing sample in the batch associated with the laboratory job. If an unrecognized sample ID is entered, AssayNet LIMS displays a message indicating that the sample was not recognized, and the sample ID is not added to the Sample ID column.

  5. Click Close.

    The laboratory job automatically saves all the samples scanned and their weights.