Test Details Field Information

The test name and the key associated with it.

The scheduled date and time for the lab test.

Indicates whether to post the charge (for performing the test) when the order is saved or sent.

The expected due date for the lab test results. Users can update this date for regular orders and future orders. Expected Result dates for recurring orders can only be updated after they are released.

Used to capture any additional information needed about the test.

The amount of specimen needed to perform the test.

The measurement of the specimen (for example, ml.).

Used to record the specimen collection date. The user selects the date that the specimen was collected from the Collection Date list. This default value is the time this field is selected.

The site from where the specimen was collected.

Any detail about the site from where the specimen was collected.

Specific body details from which the specimen is collected.

Detail that modifies the body site listed for this specimen. For example, the site could be antecubital fossa, and the site modifier could be "right" or "left."

Indicates the role of the sample specimen. Its value can influence processing and data management related to the test specimen.

Detail on anything added to the specimen.

The way the specimen was collected, for example, "Finger Draw."

Details on how the specimen should be stored (for example, "store in a cool/dry place").

The symbol is the "only ask once" indicator for AOE questions. If this question is asked by other tests within this order, you would not need to answer the same question again. You only have to answer the question once and that answer is applied to the rest of the tests within this order.

If the AOE question is bold in the list on the Test Details tab, an answer is required.

The AOE question, for example: Patient's Race or Fasting.

A list of possible responses to the AOE question.

The format of the answer (such as string or number)