Effectiveness of Unified Computerized Reporting of Point-of-Care Glucose Meter Test

Abstract

Letter to the Editor Clinical ChemistryDear Editor, In the evolving landscape of the medical field, there is a growing emphasis on the significance of standardized records for integrating, managing, and sharing data across multiple institutions [1]. This emphasis is clearly demonstrated through initiatives such as the Health Information Exchange Service promoted by the Korea Health Information Service as well as the growing interest in big data research. Most laboratory test results are uniformly reported through laboratory information systems (LISs), which leads to standardized data [2]. However, data of point-ofcare (POC) tests, like point-of-care glucose meter tests (PGMTs), are not standardized [3]. Although many Korean and global medical institutions have adopted computerized reporting to ensure the reliability of PGMT results [4], the extent and scope of this implementation differ substantially depending on the acceptance of data integration and standardization among medical staff. This discrepancy often results in fragmented data that are neither easily accessible nor shareable across the hospital, leading to incomplete or inaccurate patient records [1,5]. To address these issues and promote more efficient hospital operations and patient care, we share our experience of implementing unified computerized PGMT reporting.