Configure settings Praxis
Configure the export settings for lab requests in standard and GDT format.
Prerequisites
- You're logged in as an Administrator.
- You have access to Medical Settings.
How to do it
- Open Medical Settings.
- Navigate to the GDT / Lab Requests section.
Settings for the standard format
The standard lab request format (LabAnf.txt) requires no additional configuration. Once the module is activated, the Lab Request button is available in the patient record.
Settings for the GDT format
The GDT format offers additional configuration options. Coordinate these settings with your lab.
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Definition nach 6301 verwenden | Uses the extended GDT record type 6301. Enable this only if your lab requires it. | Disabled |
| GDT Version | Choose between GDT 02.10 and GDT 03.10. Only visible when Definition nach 6301 verwenden is enabled. Your lab will tell you which version to use. | GDT 03.10 |
| Feldlänge am Beginn hinzufügen | Adds a 3-digit length indicator to each GDT field. Enable this only if your lab requires it. | Disabled |
| Zeichensatz | Sets the encoding of the GDT file. Choose between UTF8, ISO8859, and Win1252. Your lab will tell you which character set to use. | UTF8 |
| Dateiname(n) | The name of the exported GDT file. You can enter multiple filenames — the patient record will then show a dropdown to choose from. | export.gdt |
Note: If you're unsure about the settings, ask your lab. Most labs provide a configuration guide.
- Click Save.
Difference between GDT 02.10 and 03.10
This setting is only relevant when Definition nach 6301 verwenden is enabled. Your lab specifies which version you need.
GDT 03.10 (default, newer version): Also transfers the patient's secondary phone number (field 3618) and email address (field 3619). The referring physician is transmitted with detailed data (contract number, title, name, first name, street, postal code).
GDT 02.10 (older version): Transfers the referring physician with title, first name, and last name only. Also includes a character set identifier field (9206).
Patient master data (name, date of birth, address, gender) is identical in both versions.
For details on all exported fields, see Create lab request.