Development of an Excel-based laboratory information management system for improving workflow efficiencies in early ADME screening
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This is article is available as part of our Focus on China, to view all other articles available as part of this feature click here. Background: There is a clear requirement for enhancing laboratory information management during early absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME) screening. The application of a commercial laboratory information management system (LIMS) is limited by complexity, insufficient flexibility, high costs and extended timelines. Results: An improved custom in-house LIMS for ADME screening was developed using Excel. All Excel templates were generated through macros and formulae, and information flow was streamlined as much as possible. This system has...