Add Custom Fields

Custom labels are used to modify sample names to align with the format of the result output file. A common use case for custom labels is when there are multiple QC samples of the same type. To ensure accurate matching, it is necessary to differentiate between them. Adding a custom label to modify the sample ID allows each QC sample to be uniquely identified and ensures precise alignment with the corresponding results. This is particularly important when the By Text Value option is selected in the Auto Match Analyte and Auto Match Samples categories within the Configure an Import Template activity.

Activity Steps

1. On the Laboratory ribbon tab, click Import Templates.

   The Import Templates screen displays.

2. To add custom fields to attached to the sample IDs:

   1. Select the import template.

   2. Click Setup » Custom Fields.

      The Import Template Fields screen displays.

3. To create a new custom field:

   1. Click New.

      The Add Field screen displays.

   2. Select the Field Type from:

      • Analysis Line Number—The line number corresponding to the specific analysis within a run.

      • Internal Run ID

      • Job ID

      • Job Number

      • Lab Code

      • Product—The product or material being analyzed.

      • Product Append Label—A custom label appended to identify a product.

      • Rack Line Number—The line number associated with the sample's position in a rack.

      • Replicate

      • Run ID

      • Run Line Number—The line number within a specific run.

      • Sample ID

      • Static Label—A fixed label that does not change, used for consistent identification. If selected enter a Label field displays in which to enter the values.

   3. Click OK.

   4. Repeat the steps 3 a-c to build the sample ID with the modifiers to match the result output file.

4. Click Close.