> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.blis.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Searching in bLIS

> Find accessions, subjects, and records quickly using bLIS's search features.

## Global Search

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

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Search">
    Press `/` (forward slash) anywhere in bLIS to open the search dialog.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Type Your Query">
    Start typing:

    * Accession ID
    * Case ID
    * Subject name
    * Any identifier
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Result">
    Use arrow keys or mouse to select from the results, then press **Enter** to navigate.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  The search dialog shows the last 10 accessions you've visited by default. Your recent accessions are always one keystroke away!
</Tip>

## What You Can Search

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Accession ID">
    Search by the 8-digit accession number:

    ```
    12345678
    ```

    Partial matches work too — type the first few digits.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Case ID">
    Search by subject case ID:

    ```
    ABC-001
    ```

    This finds all accessions for that subject.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Subject Name">
    Search by subject name (if configured):

    ```
    John Smith
    ```

    Partial names work — typing "smith" finds all Smiths.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Other Identifiers">
    Depending on your lab's configuration:

    * UNOS ID
    * Medical Record Number (MRN)
    * Requisition ID
    * Custom identifiers
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Search Results

### 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

### 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

## Filtering the Accession List

From the main accession list, use filters to narrow results:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Status Filter">
    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
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Organization">
    Filter by client organization to see accessions from specific clients.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Priority">
    Show only:

    * **STAT** — Urgent accessions
    * **Routine** — Standard priority
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Holds">
    Show only accessions with active holds.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Advanced Search Techniques

### Combining Filters

You can combine multiple filters for precise results:

**Example:** Show all STAT accessions that are in progress:

* **Status:** In Progress
* **Priority:** STAT

### Saved Searches

<Note>
  Some labs configure saved searches or "views" for common filter combinations. Check with your administrator if this feature is available.
</Note>

## Finding Specific Records

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Find an Accession">
    1. Press `/` to open search
    2. Type the accession ID
    3. Press **Enter** to open the accession
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Find All Tests for a Subject">
    1. Press `/` to open search
    2. Type the case ID
    3. Select any accession for that subject
    4. Click the case ID in the header to see all accessions
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Find Recent Work">
    1. Press `/` to open search
    2. Don't type anything — you'll see your last 10 accessions
    3. Select the one you want
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Keyboard Shortcuts

| Shortcut | Action                  |
| -------- | ----------------------- |
| `/`      | Open global search      |
| `Esc`    | Close search dialog     |
| `↑` `↓`  | Navigate search results |
| `Enter`  | Open selected result    |

<Tip>
  Keep your hands on the keyboard! Using `/` and arrow keys is much faster than reaching for the mouse.
</Tip>

## Search Tips

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Start with fewer characters">
    Don't type the whole ID. Typing "123" might be enough to find accession 12345678 if it's recent.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Search by exact ID for old records">
    If you're looking for an accession from months ago, search by the full accession ID for faster results.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Search by what you remember">
    Can't remember the accession ID? Search by case ID or subject name instead.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Check your recent accessions first">
    Press `/` and look at your recent accessions before typing. You might find what you need without searching.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="No results found">
    **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
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Too many results">
    **Solution:**
    Use filters to narrow down:

    * Filter by status
    * Filter by organization
    * Filter by priority
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can't find a specific accession">
    **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?
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Viewing Accessions" icon="eye" href="/guides/viewing-accessions">
    Learn how to view and navigate accession details.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Navigating the Interface" icon="compass" href="/guides/navigating-the-interface">
    Overview of the bLIS user interface.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>