Do not connect a real analyzer until
- The vendor interface manual and sample messages have been reviewed.
- Analyzer test codes, units, flags, barcode field, and transport settings are mapped.
- The analyzer’s network access is limited to the laboratory VLAN.
- OIE administration is HTTPS/VPN restricted.
- OIE channel exports and database backups are in place.
- Lab staff have completed reconciliation and downtime procedures.
- Results are verified in a monitored pilot before routine clinical use.