IT Complex Solution Supporting Continuity of Care

摘要

The paper presents a lab tests information system with two modules: a desktop one (for laboratory staff) and a web application accessed by the patient on different devices (Smartphone or Tablet). Continuity of care is ensured through cloud computing (Windows Azure) and standardized communication (HL7 Clinical Document Architecture). The benefits of the system are that the laboratory results are always available for the medical staff or the patients; in case of emergency the medical staff has access to patient lab results history and may improve the patient treatment based on the evolution of the lab results.