To define a specific material for a specific examination, the corresponding examination parameter is linked to the defined material.

This is done in two steps: First, you define which parameter is tested with which material (Link Parameter with Material). You then create a new column in the parameter in which users can select the released batch(es) of a material.

1) Link parameters with material
To do this, the parameter must first be called. Either via the menu (Settings-> Manage parameters) or the shortcut ("Link parameters with material") in the right column of the batch overview for a material.

In the parameter list you can then select the desired parameter and edit it by clicking on it.

2) Parameter column with batch for selection

In the master data field Columns you now add a column and enter the material name for Columns and "material=x" for Data type . Where "x" means the number of the material, which you can take from the material management (first column) or the batch management (next to the material description or on the right side under the linked parameters).

Now, for samples with the selected parameter, another field is displayed where one of the released batches can be selected.

By assigning batches to samples and examinations, the laboratory database can calculate the current stock level for each batch and remind you to reorder new batches depending on usage and shelf life.