# Best Medical Lab Software 2026 | Capterra

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# Best Medical Lab Software

Last updated on March 17, 2026

How to find the right Medical Lab Software?

Learn more from our team about Medical Lab Software pricing features and benefits in our Medical Lab Buyers Guide

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## What is medical lab software?

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Updated on March 17, 2026

[Medical lab software](https://www.capterra.com/medical-lab-software/) assists medical clinics and labs in managing their lab operations and generating test results. This software coordinates the lab testing equipment, samples, and lab data to ensure quality, accuracy, and integrity of the laboratory instruments and test results. It even enables labs to comply with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), which authorizes them to test human samples and specimens. Additionally, users can manage orders, inventory, logistics, and staff schedules.

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Table of Contents

-   [The benefits of medical lab software](#the-benefits-of-medical-lab-software)
-   [Typical features of medical lab software](#typical-features-of-medical-lab-software)
-   [The cost of medical lab software](#the-cost-of-medical-lab-software)
-   [Considerations when purchasing medical lab software](#considerations-when-purchasing-medical-lab-software)
-   [Relevant medical lab software trends](#relevant-medical-lab-software-trends)

## The benefits of medical lab software

-   **Tracking samples in a more efficient way:** The software assigns a unique barcode to each sample collected by the lab which helps in tracking their movement. Having a barcode helps with timestamping the samples at the time of collection and capturing details of the equipment used and the lab assistants that tested the samples. All these details help labs to meet the mandatory requirements for compliance and auditing.
    
-   **Quick and error-free reporting:** The software directly syncs with the lab equipment in real time, capturing test results directly from the sample tested and generating the report. This eliminates the possibility of human error and saves time and effort on the lab assistant’s end by automatically transferring the data from the device to the reporting system.
    
-   **Organized inventory management:** The software constantly tracks the usage of lab instruments and substances like needles, bottles, chemicals, etc. It instantly alerts the lab as soon as the inventory of any item is about to run out or expire. Some solutions even come with a predictive reordering feature that not only alerts the lab assistants but also automatically places the purchase order with the proper vendors. This helps to end any theft of inventory and also eliminates any frantic, last-minute reordering.
    
-   **Staff schedules:** With hundreds of samples being collected on a daily basis, it can get difficult for the lab staff to prioritize their workflows. Medical lab software assists with allocating resources efficiently and prioritizing tests based on the number of daily tasks and staff availability.  It also provides a staff calendar to keep track of what tasks are assigned to which particular staff members.
    

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## Typical features of medical lab software

-   **Data security:** Store patient records and test results in a digitally secure environment.
    
-   **Sample tracking:** Track date and time of the sample collected for examination along with additional details such as its condition, the patient, and the collecting agent. 
-   **Electronic data interchange (EDI):** Exchange data with other integrated systems and applications electronically. 
-   **Lab instruments integration:** Integrate with lab instruments and devices to directly sync test results with the reporting system. 
-   **Audit management:** Initiate and conduct audits to ensure that lab operations are in compliance with industry regulations. 
-   **Calibration management:** Schedule the calibration of instrumentation and maintenance requirements.
    

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## The cost of medical lab software

Most products in the market are priced on a “per user, per month” basis and can be divided into three pricing tiers based on their starting price.

**Price ranges\*:**

-   $10 - $45
    
-   $45 - $145
    
-   $145+
    

_\*The pricing included is for the entry-level/lowest-priced offering that was found on vendor websites on January 14, 2020. These ranges correspond to 25th, 75th, and 100th percentile of the pricing information gathered from the vendor websites of sample products._

The above list summarizes pricing for the base plans of most products. An enterprise or premium product, which is priced higher, may include some additional features such as third-party integrations, two-way text messaging, and advanced key performance indicator (KPI) reporting.

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## Considerations when purchasing medical lab software

-   **Security:** Medical labs store sensitive information that includes a patient’s personal data, as well as their test results. The system needs to ensure the complete safety and security of lab data. Check to make sure that the software you are about to purchase for your lab provides the enhanced data security. Also, check to see whether the solution will allow you to audit your lab processes to make sure they are in line with regulations. 
-   **Usability and learning curve:** Your lab assistants might not be as versed in technology, which could slow down the learning process of a new system. It’s important to check the usability factor of software to make sure that it is intuitive and fairly easy to pick up. It’s recommended to explore free trials and demo videos to get a good feel for the solution. It’s also a good idea to look into a software’s training programs and what the support for their product looks like.
    
-   **Cost of ownership:** The total cost of ownership for lab software consists of the subscription cost, annual maintenance cost, upgrades, and technical support. As a buyer, it is important to have full clarity into all short- and long-term costs involved with purchasing software. You will also want to find out from vendors whether or not customized modifications or modules added to the system will incur additional costs.
    

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## Relevant medical lab software trends

-   **The role of** [**automation**](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-left-for-scientists-in-the-labs-of-the-future-bw1k321t) **will evolve in future lab software:** The current lab systems rely too much on the manual handling of equipment and entering test results by lab scientists. This leads to enormous strain on scientists as they have to deal with a large volume of tedious and repetitive work. However, labs are beginning to shift towards automation, connecting lab instruments, devices, and software. Medical lab software is aiming to eliminate the need for manual data entry as the system will collect the test readings directly from the equipment being used. They will also have better predictive analytic models that will enable them to monitor and analyze a huge volume of data over a certain period of time. This will help to check the normalcy of the test results as well as to ensure that instruments are working properly.
    
-   **Cloud-based deployment becomes the preferred choice:** Many laboratory owners prefer [cloud-based](https://www.softwareadvice.com/medical-lab/#buyers-guide) medical lab software because of benefits such as shorter implementation time, minimal hardware, and lower upfront cost. We predict that the preference for cloud-based deployment will grow further in the coming years.
    

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**Sources**

Products evaluated for the pricing calculation were taken from [Capterra’s category page](https://www.capterra.com/medical-lab-software/). The pricing ranges exclude freemium versions of the products. The features highlighted were identified based on their relevance and the percentage of products in [Capterra’s directory](https://www.capterra.com/medical-lab-software/) that offer them.

The following sources were used for this document:

1\. [Medical Lab Software Buyers Guide](https://www.softwareadvice.com/medical-lab/#buyers-guide) (Date accessed: January 14, 2020)

2\. [Science Labs of the Future: Perspectives and Predictions](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-left-for-scientists-in-the-labs-of-the-future-bw1k321t) (Date accessed: January 14, 2020)