Direct Transmission Using Data Innovations Instrument Manager
If your laboratory uses Instrument Manager, you can send quantitative PT results to the CAP through a CAP driver. Here is what you need and how to get set up.
Fit CheckIs Data Innovations Instrument Manager Right For You?
You will need all three of these before you begin.
Missing one? Compare pathways or contact us.
Instrument manager
You need version 8.15 or higher with specimen management
Open connection
An open connection to house the CAP Driver
Firewall access
For inbound and outbound connections.
ResourcesUser Guide and How-To Videos
Download the User Guide (PDF)
Getting Connected to the CAP
Mapping Your Proficiency Testing Menu to the CAP Codes
Creating Instrument Manager Rules for Direct Transmission
Test Submission Service
Reviewing, Approving, and Tracking Test Results in e-LAB Solutions Suite
Listen to a Direct Transmission Success Story
Listen as Tim Aukerman, Corporate Quality Assessment Manager at Quest Diagnostics, discusses his experience with transmitting PT results to the CAP via direct transmission and implementing it across more than 100 Quest regional and rapid response laboratories.
Ready to simplify PT/EQA result submissions?
Complete the Direct Transmission enrollment form to select a pathway or request help by contacting us.