Add Samples Manually to a Client Submittal

A client submittal is an alternative method for receiving samples through AssayNet LIMS. Essentially, a submittal is a compilation of samples that are pre-logged in the AssayNet LIMS by the lab clients. Clients can create these submittals either directly through the LIMS using several methods, via the Excel Add-In, or by utilizing third-party applications such as acQuire.

This guide focuses on creating a client submittal in the AssayNet LIMS by entering the data manually.

After the samples are logged via submittals, they can be retrieved as needed. For information on how to retrieve the submittal, see Retrieve a Client Submittal. The status of the samples can be tracked through the Client Submittal screen, providing real-time tracking. Upon completion and approval of the batch, the results can be emailed to the submitter.

Activity Steps

  1. On the Jobs ribbon tab, click Client Submittals.

    The Submittals screen displays.

  2. Click New.

    The Add Submittal screen displays.

  3. Complete the following fields as required:

    • Submittal Name

    • Submittal Date

    • Client

    • Project—AssayNet LIMS applies the project analysis package to all samples in the submittal.

    • Submitted By

  4. Click OK.

    The submittal sample ID table becomes active, and you can add samples.

  5. Add samples manually to the submittal:

    1. Enter the Sample ID.

    2. Enter a Description if required.

    3. Enter the Weight if required.

  6. To enter the weights using a balance:

    1. Select the balance instrument.

      1. Click Read.

        The Serial Communication screen displays.

      2. Select the Instrument.

      3. Select the Template.

      4. Click OK.

    2. Enter the weight.

      1. Set the Mode to Auto.

        Note: If a balance is configured, an OPEN message displays in green. Otherwise, a CLOSE message displays in red.

      2. Click in the Weight column row corresponding to the sample ID for which you want to input the weight.

      3. Select the cell and press Enter or press the dedicated button on the balance instrument to send the weight to the cell.

      4. Press Enter to move to the next row or select a different row.
  7. Click OK to complete the client submittal.

  8. To edit samples and print the client submittal, see Edit a Client Submittal.