Environmental monitoring for clinical labs, pathology & diagnostics
Every stage of the diagnostic journey, under continuous watch.
Patient samples move through six critical stages from intake to diagnosis and archiving. XiltriX maps the whole journey, watches the analysers, incubators, freezers and rooms at every stage, and escalates deviations to your own team before they become losses.
Protecting sample integrity, at every stage.
A clinical laboratory depends on tightly controlled conditions from sample accessioning to long-term archiving. The sector card below maps the operational journey in six stages: the key processes, the rooms, the equipment that must stay within range, the environmental parameters to watch, the standards that apply, and where XiltriX adds value. It is the same map our engineers use when designing a monitoring system for a clinical or pathology lab.
Six stages, one monitoring map.
Select a stage to see the processes, locations, equipment, parameters, standards and XiltriX value for that stage.
Sample intake
Key processes
- Receipt & registration
- Pre-analytical handling
- Temporary storage
- Chain of custody
Locations
- Reception & accessioning
- Pre-analytical areas
- Sample storage rooms
- Temporary holding areas
Assets to monitor
- Sample fridges (2-8°C)
- Sample freezers (-20°C)
- Benchtop refrigerators
- Storage cabinets
Environmental parameters
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Door status
- Power status
Compliance & standards
- ISO 15189 (medical labs)
- GxP (where applicable)
- Sample integrity
- Audit & documentation
XiltriX value
- Real-time monitoring & alerts
- Supports sample integrity
- LIMS link via REST API
- Audit-ready documentation
Processing
Key processes
- Sample preparation
- Automated analysis
- Quality control testing
- In-process monitoring
Locations
- Core laboratories
- Specialist labs
- QC rooms
- Research labs
Assets to monitor
- Analysers & automation
- Incubators (CO₂/O₂)
- Centrifuges & shakers
- Clinical lab equipment
Environmental parameters
- Temperature
- Humidity
- CO₂ / O₂
- Vibration / shock
Compliance & standards
- ISO 15189
- Method validation
- QC & proficiency testing
- Data integrity (ALCOA+)
XiltriX value
- Equipment monitoring
- Early-warning alerts
- Less downtime
- Supports QC & compliance
Storage & archiving
Key processes
- Short- & long-term storage
- LN₂ storage with auto-fill
- Archive management
- Sample retrieval & tracking
Locations
- Sample storage facilities
- Refrigerated & frozen rooms
- Archive areas
- Centralised biorepositories
Assets to monitor
- Ultra-low freezers (≤ -80°C)
- LN₂ tanks & auto-fill supply
- Cold rooms (2-8°C)
- Backup power & alarms
Environmental parameters
- Temperature (to -196°C)
- LN₂ level, pressure, fills
- Humidity
- Door status
Compliance & standards
- ISO 15189 | Biobanking
- GCP (research)
- Sample chain of custody
- Audit & traceability
XiltriX value
- Auto-fill: level & pressure
- Closed valves flagged early
- Inventory tracking
- Multi-site visibility
Diagnostics
Key processes
- Diagnostic analysis
- Result validation
- Data management
- Audit-ready reporting
Locations
- Diagnostic labs
- Pathology departments
- Molecular & genetic labs
- Research & clinical labs
Assets to monitor
- Diagnostic equipment
- Microscopes & scanners
- Reagent storage fridges
- Controlled storage cabinets
Environmental parameters
- Temperature
- Humidity
- CO₂ (where relevant)
- Room pressure
Compliance & standards
- ISO 15189
- EQA & proficiency testing
- Result integrity
- Data security & privacy
XiltriX value
- Diagnostic early warning
- Actionable alarms
- Audit-ready evidence
- LIMS link via REST API
Distribution
Key processes
- Packaging & shipment
- Temp-controlled transport
- Chain of custody
- External lab collaboration
Locations
- Shipping & receiving areas
- External lab interfaces
- Courier handover points
- Partner lab facilities
Assets to monitor
- Dry ice/LN₂ shippers
- Temperature & shock loggers
- Active & passive packaging
- Dock doors & staging areas
Environmental parameters
- Temperature
- Location (GPS, via partners)
- Shock (via partners)
- Lid/box opening
Compliance & standards
- GDP (transport)
- Chain of custody
- Temperature validation
- Audit documentation
XiltriX value
- In transit (via partners)
- Excursion alerts
- Monitored handover records
- End-to-end chain of custody
Operations
Key processes
- Equipment monitoring
- Preventive maintenance
- Deviation management
- Business continuity
Locations
- Technical rooms
- IT & data centres
- Utility rooms (HVAC, power)
- Facility management offices
Assets to monitor
- HVAC systems
- Environmental rooms
- Power, UPS & generators
- Water systems & alarms
Environmental parameters
- Temperature
- Humidity
- CO₂ / differential pressure
- Power, water, room
Compliance & standards
- ISO 15189
- Facility compliance
- Business continuity
- Disaster recovery planning
XiltriX value
- Operational resilience
- Maintenance planning
- Less service disruption
- Accreditation & audits
Beyond monitoring.
The monitoring system is only part of the answer. XiltriX adds the IT and validation expertise that regulated clinical labs need.
IT expertise
SSO with Active Directory, ISO 27001, full encryption, and a REST API that connects to LIMS, BMS and EMS.
Consultancy and validation
Risk inventory, URS and validation support (IQ/OQ), from design to inspection.
Visualisation, built in
Zoomable floor plans and live dashboards on any device, with wall screens built into your lab.
Proven where patient results are on the line.
Proven since 1987
No customer has lost irreplaceable material because our monitoring failed.
24/7 technical support
The monitoring chain is watched around the clock. Alarms escalate to your own on-call team.
Built for ISO 15189 and GxP
ISO 15189, GxP and GDP: validated monitoring, audit-ready, with data integrity.
XiltriX detects, alerts and escalates through your own configured on-call contacts. Your team responds to alarms; the XiltriX 24/7 team keeps the monitoring system itself healthy.
Take the sector card with you.
The printable card summarises the six stages, the parameters and the standards on one page. Share it with your quality team or bring it to your next supplier review.
Clinical labs: monitoring the whole sample journey
Which parameters are critical for a clinical lab under ISO 15189?
Critical parameters include temperature for refrigerators, freezers, and incubators; humidity and differential pressure for controlled rooms; CO₂/O₂ levels for incubators; and LN₂ level and pressure for cryogenic storage. Power and door status are also vital, as a failure or open door can compromise samples and invalidate results.
What standards apply to monitoring in clinical and pathology labs?
The primary standard is ISO 15189 for medical laboratories. Depending on the work, GxP (Good Practice) guidelines and GDP (Good Distribution Practice) for transport may also apply. Monitoring systems must support these with audit-ready documentation, data integrity (ALCOA+), and a traceable chain of custody.
How do you monitor automated analysers and equipment?
Beyond standard environmental monitoring like temperature and humidity, XiltriX can monitor equipment-specific parameters like vibration or shock, which can indicate mechanical issues. It also watches power status to provide early warning of outages that could halt automated runs and lead to downtime and sample loss.
Does XiltriX respond to alarms in our clinical laboratory?
No. XiltriX detects, alerts and escalates through your own configured on-call contacts, and your team decides who responds. The XiltriX 24/7 team is available when the monitoring system itself has a technical issue.
Ready to protect every stage of your diagnostic journey?
Tell us about your laboratory and the equipment you cannot afford to lose. We will map the monitoring points with you.