Building a Connected Lab Ecosystem with Prolis
Why Most Labs Outgrow Standalone LIS Software
Today’s laboratories are no longer isolated workspaces. They’re dynamic, data-rich environments that sit at the center of modern healthcare delivery. Every day, labs handle thousands of data points — from sample collection to result delivery, from compliance audits to billing processes.
But many labs still rely on fragmented systems that don’t talk to each other. Their LIS might handle internal operations, but lacks the ability to communicate with analyzers, EMRs, provider portals, or third-party software. This creates unnecessary delays, manual workarounds, and missed opportunities.
A modern lab needs more than software. It needs a system that connects all its moving parts.
That’s where Prolis comes in.
Prolis: More Than a Laboratory Information System
Prolis is built on a foundational insight: real lab efficiency and scalability come from interoperability, not isolated tools.
At the heart of the Prolis offering is a full-featured Laboratory Information System (LIS) designed to handle everything from test ordering and result management to billing, compliance, and reporting.
But what makes Prolis truly different is how it connects. Enter the Prolis Bridge, our integrations hub that transforms Prolis from software into a fully functioning lab ecosystem.
What Is the Prolis Bridge?
The Prolis Bridge is our connectivity engine. It serves as the integration layer between your core LIS and the rest of your digital infrastructure.
Whether you need to sync data with EMRs, pull results from lab analyzers, or push invoices to billing systems, the Prolis Bridge makes it possible. It’s engineered to support seamless communication between your LIS and virtually any system your lab interacts with.
Core Systems Prolis Connects To:
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- Lab Analyzers Real-time data exchange between instruments and LIS. Reduce manual entry and automate result mapping.
- EMRs and EHRs Bi-directional integration for order intake, result delivery, and clinical documentation.
- Provider and Patient Portals Secure, compliant access for external stakeholders, improving coordination and turnaround times.
- Third-Party Tools From logistics platforms to CRM systems to reference labs, the Prolis Bridge ensures you stay connected.
This integration layer is not an add-on or third-party middleware. It’s embedded into the system by design.
Why Integration Matters for Lab Performance
Integration is more than a technical checkbox. It’s a strategic advantage for laboratories competing on turnaround time, accuracy, and operational clarity.
Eliminate Silos
With the Prolis Bridge, all systems work as one. Data moves automatically from analyzer to LIS, from LIS to EHR, and from EHR to the billing module without duplication or delay.
Improve Accuracy and Consistency
Manual transcription errors are a major source of lab mistakes. Automating data movement between systems reduces human error, increases data integrity, and improves patient outcomes.
Simplify Regulatory Compliance
Integrated systems make it easier to generate accurate reports for audits, maintain chain of custody, and ensure HIPAA and CLIA compliance at every step.
Speed Up Workflow Without Sacrificing Control
When systems talk to each other in real time, labs can process more tests with fewer bottlenecks. Prolis helps you maintain oversight through automated alerts, access logs, and system dashboards.
A Lab System That Scales With You
Most LIS platforms are designed to meet today’s needs, and stall when you grow. Prolis is built to evolve with your lab’s ambitions.
Future-Ready Capabilities:
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- Support for HL7, FHIR, JSON, ASTM, and custom APIs Whether you’re working with modern cloud apps or legacy health records, Prolis adapts.
- Multi-location Integration Ideal for labs operating across sites or with remote providers. Centralize operations without losing local context.
- Third-Party Extensions From AI-driven analytics to patient engagement tools, the Prolis Bridge allows you to plug in future functionality without rebuilding your system.
How Prolis Handles Integration Differently
While other vendors require external consultants or third-party integration layers, Prolis offers:
- Built-In Infrastructure: The Prolis Bridge is part of your LIS package, not an extra contract or third-party bolt-on.
- Dedicated Implementation Support: Our team works with you through interface setup, testing, and validation.
- Ongoing Monitoring: We ensure your connections stay secure, accurate, and performant over time.
- Lab-Specific Expertise: We understand both the clinical and operational needs of laboratories. Our integration strategy reflects real lab use cases, not generic IT frameworks.
What a Unified Lab Ecosystem Looks Like
Here’s how a lab runs when Prolis powers the entire ecosystem:
- A provider places an order in their EHR.
- The order hits Prolis, which communicates with the right analyzer.
- Results are pushed automatically back to the provider.
- A report is generated and archived in both LIS and EMR.
- Billing data is pushed through for claim generation and payment tracking.
- Every interaction is logged, tracked, and reportable, automatically.
No manual handoffs. No duplicated entries. Just clean, compliant, continuous data flow.
Labs That Connect, Lead
In the future of diagnostics, connectivity will be the defining advantage.
Labs that operate as ecosystems with integrated systems, seamless data movement, and automated workflows, will outperform those stuck stitching together software.
With Prolis and the Prolis Bridge, your lab is not just working. It’s working together.
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