Abstract: A synthesis of automated speech recognition (voice to text) technology and a knowledge-based analysis of the concepts and contexts of the free text therefrom enable a directed-vocabulary look up index to be used in conjunction with the speech recognition technology thus enabling medical dictation to be transcribed in real time without elaborate training of the dictator or the speech recognition technology. Thus, caregivers can create and review Computer-Based Patient Records in the necessary timeframe consistent with good patient care. The Computer-Based Patient Records can be linked to other applications such as prescription cross checking, lab test results, payer regulations, etc.

Abstract: A synthesis of automated speech recognition (voice to text) technology and a knowledge-based analysis of the concepts and contexts of the free text therefrom enable a directed-vocabulary look up index to be used in conjunction with the speech recognition technology thus enabling medical dictation to be transcribed in real time without elaborate training of the dictator or the speech recognition technology. Thus, caregivers can create and review Computer-Based Patient Records in the necessary timeframe consistent with good patient care. The Computer-Based Patient Records can be linked to other applications such as prescription cross checking, lab test results, payer regulations, etc.

Abstract: A data collection and sample handling apparatus having a frame which supports a tray for holding a plurality of test containers. The tray has a plurality of through holes and each test container is mateable within a corresponding through hole. At least one detector assembly is used to detect data from the contents or sample contained within each test container. Each detector assembly is supported by the frame. The tray is positioned on a top of the frame such that at least one test container is exposed to each detector assembly while at least one other test container is isolated from the detector assembly. A drive mechanism automatically moves the tray with respect to the detector assemblies. The drive mechanism is also used to position each test container within a corresponding detector assembly.