Advanced Sample Processing is functionality offered by iLab to facilitate the processing of laboratory samples, including steps from the receipt of the specimen in the laboratory to the delivery of a stained slide ready for microscopic examination. This is done through the creation of processors, containers, and sample forms, which all work together to create a sample request fulfillment process.

The necessary elements of Advanced Sample Processing are as follows:

• Creating a Container Type‍ 
• Creating and Managing Sample Request Form‍ 
• Creating and Managing A Processor‍ 
• Creating a Service Grouping‍ 
• Creating a File Template‍ 
• Processing a Sample‍ 
• Assigning No Charges and Sample Reruns‍ 
• Managing the Plate‍