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The fastest way to find anything in bLIS is the global search.
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Open Search

Press / (forward slash) anywhere in bLIS to open the search dialog.
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Type Your Query

Start typing:
  • Accession ID
  • Case ID
  • Subject name
  • Any identifier
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Select Result

Use arrow keys or mouse to select from the results, then press Enter to navigate.
The search dialog shows the last 10 accessions you’ve visited by default. Your recent accessions are always one keystroke away!
Search by the 8-digit accession number:
12345678
Partial matches work too — type the first few digits.

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Search Results

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Understanding Results

Search results show:
  • Accession ID — 8-digit identifier
  • Case ID — Subject identifier
  • Status — Current accession status
  • Created Date — When the accession was created
  • Match Highlight — Which field matched your search

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Result Ordering

Results are sorted by:
  1. Exact matches first — Exact accession or case ID matches appear at the top
  2. Recent activity — More recently created or modified accessions rank higher
  3. Relevance — How closely the result matches your query

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Filtering the Accession List

From the main accession list, use filters to narrow results:
Filter by accession status:
  • New — Created but not yet received
  • Received — Specimens logged in
  • In Progress — Testing underway
  • Completed — All results entered
  • Final — Report finalized
  • Cancelled — Cancelled accessions
Filter by client organization to see accessions from specific clients.
Show only:
  • STAT — Urgent accessions
  • Routine — Standard priority
Show only accessions with active holds.

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Advanced Search Techniques

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Combining Filters

You can combine multiple filters for precise results: Example: Show all STAT accessions that are in progress:
  • Status: In Progress
  • Priority: STAT

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Saved Searches

Some labs configure saved searches or “views” for common filter combinations. Check with your administrator if this feature is available.

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Finding Specific Records

  1. Press / to open search
  2. Type the accession ID
  3. Press Enter to open the accession

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Keyboard Shortcuts

ShortcutAction
/Open global search
EscClose search dialog
↑ ↓Navigate search results
EnterOpen selected result
Keep your hands on the keyboard! Using / and arrow keys is much faster than reaching for the mouse.

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Search Tips

Don’t type the whole ID. Typing “123” might be enough to find accession 12345678 if it’s recent.
If you’re looking for an accession from months ago, search by the full accession ID for faster results.
Can’t remember the accession ID? Search by case ID or subject name instead.
Press / and look at your recent accessions before typing. You might find what you need without searching.

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Troubleshooting

Possible reasons:
  • Typo in the ID
  • Accession doesn’t exist yet
  • You don’t have permission to view that accession
  • Accession is from a different organization (if you have multi-org access)
Try:
  • Double-check the ID
  • Try searching by case ID instead
  • Contact your lab manager if you think you should have access
Solution: Use filters to narrow down:
  • Filter by status
  • Filter by organization
  • Filter by priority
Check:
  • Are you in the right organization? (if multi-org)
  • Is the accession ID correct?
  • Do you have permission to view that organization’s accessions?

Viewing Accessions

Learn how to view and navigate accession details.

Navigating the Interface

Overview of the bLIS user interface.