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Laboratory Testing Analysis Made Simple

Transform your lab data management with AI-powered analysis tools. Track quality control, manage testing procedures, and ensure regulatory compliance—all in one intelligent spreadsheet.


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Laboratory testing generates massive amounts of critical data that demands precision, accuracy, and seamless analysis. From pharmaceutical quality control to environmental monitoring, managing lab results effectively can mean the difference between breakthrough discoveries and costly compliance failures.

Traditional spreadsheet tools often fall short when handling complex laboratory workflows. That's where Sourcetable transforms your approach—combining the familiarity of Excel with AI-powered insights that understand your scientific data.

Why Choose Sourcetable for Laboratory Analysis

Purpose-built features that understand the unique demands of laboratory testing environments

Automated Quality Control Tracking

Set up intelligent alerts for out-of-spec results, automatically flag trending issues, and maintain comprehensive audit trails without manual intervention.

Real-Time Statistical Analysis

Generate control charts, calculate confidence intervals, and perform trend analysis as data flows in—no more waiting for end-of-day reports.

Regulatory Compliance Made Easy

Built-in templates for FDA, ISO, and GLP requirements ensure your documentation meets industry standards while reducing compliance overhead.

Cross-Platform Data Integration

Seamlessly import from LIMS systems, analytical instruments, and legacy databases while maintaining data integrity and traceability.

Intelligent Data Validation

AI-powered error detection catches inconsistencies, missing values, and potential outliers before they impact your analysis results.

Advanced Visualization Tools

Create publication-ready charts, heatmaps, and dashboards that communicate complex results clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Real-World Laboratory Testing Scenarios

See how different laboratory environments leverage Sourcetable for enhanced data management and analysis

Pharmaceutical Quality Control

A pharmaceutical company uses Sourcetable to track batch testing results across multiple production sites. The system automatically flags deviations from specifications, generates trending reports for regulatory submissions, and maintains complete batch genealogy records. Result: 40% reduction in compliance documentation time and zero missed regulatory deadlines.

Environmental Monitoring Programs

An environmental consulting firm manages water quality testing for multiple clients using Sourcetable's multi-site dashboard. The platform consolidates results from field instruments, tracks sampling locations with GPS coordinates, and generates automated client reports with regulatory compliance status. Result: Streamlined operations serving 3x more clients with the same team size.

Clinical Diagnostics Workflow

A hospital laboratory processes thousands of patient samples daily using Sourcetable to manage quality control data. The system tracks internal QC performance, external proficiency testing results, and instrument maintenance schedules—all while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Result: Improved turnaround times and enhanced quality assurance documentation.

Materials Testing Laboratory

A materials testing facility uses Sourcetable to analyze mechanical properties across different testing standards. The platform automatically applies appropriate statistical methods, generates certificates of analysis, and maintains calibration records for all testing equipment. Result: Reduced testing errors and improved customer satisfaction scores.

Laboratory Analysis Examples in Action

Example 1: Chromatography Peak Analysis

Imagine you're analyzing HPLC results for compound purity across multiple sample batches. Traditional spreadsheets require manual calculations for retention time matching, peak area integration, and relative standard deviation calculations.

With Sourcetable, simply import your chromatography data and ask: "Calculate the RSD for all peak areas and flag any results above 2%". The AI instantly processes your data, applies the appropriate statistical functions, and highlights problematic samples—complete with control charts showing trending over time.

Example 2: Microbiological Testing Workflow

Processing microbiology results involves complex dilution calculations, statistical analysis of colony counts, and compliance with various pharmacopeial methods. Manual calculations are time-consuming and error-prone.

Using Sourcetable, upload your plate count data and request: "Apply USP 61 microbial limits testing calculations and generate a compliance summary". The system automatically handles dilution factors, applies appropriate statistical methods, and produces regulatory-compliant documentation.

Example 3: Multi-Site Quality Control Monitoring

Managing quality control data across multiple laboratory locations requires consistent formatting, centralized monitoring, and standardized reporting—typically a logistical nightmare with traditional tools.

Sourcetable consolidates data from all sites in real-time. Simply ask: "Show me control chart trends for all sites and identify any locations with declining performance". Get instant visibility into your entire laboratory network's performance with automated alerting for out-of-control conditions.

Streamlined Laboratory Data Analysis in 4 Steps

Import Your Laboratory Data

Connect directly to your LIMS, import CSV files from analytical instruments, or paste data from existing spreadsheets. Sourcetable automatically recognizes common laboratory data formats and suggests appropriate analysis templates.

Set Up Intelligent Quality Controls

Define acceptance criteria, control limits, and regulatory requirements using plain English. The AI understands laboratory terminology like "within 2 standard deviations" or "meets USP specifications" and sets up monitoring automatically.

Analyze Results with Natural Language

Ask questions like "Which samples failed specification this week?" or "Generate a trending report for Method A precision data." Sourcetable applies the correct statistical methods and presents results in professional formats.

Generate Compliant Documentation

Automatically produce regulatory-compliant reports, certificates of analysis, and quality control summaries. All documentation includes proper statistical analysis, audit trails, and electronic signatures where required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Sourcetable handle data from multiple analytical instruments?

Yes, Sourcetable can import data from virtually any analytical instrument that exports to CSV, Excel, or text formats. We support direct integration with popular LIMS systems and can handle complex data structures including chromatography, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry results.

How does Sourcetable ensure data integrity for regulatory compliance?

Sourcetable maintains complete audit trails, supports electronic signatures, and provides data validation tools that meet FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. All changes are tracked with timestamps and user identification, ensuring full traceability for regulatory inspections.

What statistical methods are available for laboratory data analysis?

Sourcetable includes comprehensive statistical functions for laboratory applications: control charts (Shewhart, CUSUM, EWMA), method validation statistics (precision, accuracy, linearity), outlier detection (Grubbs, Dixon), and regulatory compliance calculations for USP, ICH, and ISO methods.

Can I create custom templates for specific testing methods?

Absolutely. Sourcetable allows you to create and save custom templates for specific analytical methods, QC procedures, or regulatory requirements. Templates can include pre-configured calculations, acceptance criteria, and report formats that match your laboratory's standard operating procedures.

How does the AI understand laboratory-specific terminology?

Sourcetable's AI is trained on scientific and laboratory terminology, understanding concepts like retention time, peak integration, method validation parameters, and regulatory specifications. You can communicate using standard laboratory language without needing to learn special syntax.

What happens to my sensitive laboratory data?

All data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, with enterprise-grade security measures including SOC 2 compliance. Your laboratory data remains completely private and is never used to train AI models or shared with other users. We support on-premises deployment for organizations with strict data governance requirements.



Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I analyze data?
To analyze spreadsheet data, just upload a file and start asking questions. Sourcetable's AI can answer questions and do work for you. You can also take manual control, leveraging all the formulas and features you expect from Excel, Google Sheets or Python.
What data sources are supported?
We currently support a variety of data file formats including spreadsheets (.xls, .xlsx, .csv), tabular data (.tsv), JSON, and database data (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB). We also support application data, and most plain text data.
What data science tools are available?
Sourcetable's AI analyzes and cleans data without you having to write code. Use Python, SQL, NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Scikit-learn, StatsModels, Matplotlib, Plotly, and Seaborn.
Can I analyze spreadsheets with multiple tabs?
Yes! Sourcetable's AI makes intelligent decisions on what spreadsheet data is being referred to in the chat. This is helpful for tasks like cross-tab VLOOKUPs. If you prefer more control, you can also refer to specific tabs by name.
Can I generate data visualizations?
Yes! It's very easy to generate clean-looking data visualizations using Sourcetable. Simply prompt the AI to create a chart or graph. All visualizations are downloadable and can be exported as interactive embeds.
What is the maximum file size?
Sourcetable supports files up to 10GB in size. Larger file limits are available upon request. For best AI performance on large datasets, make use of pivots and summaries.
Is this free?
Yes! Sourcetable's spreadsheet is free to use, just like Google Sheets. AI features have a daily usage limit. Users can upgrade to the pro plan for more credits.
Is there a discount for students, professors, or teachers?
Currently, Sourcetable is free for students and faculty, courtesy of free credits from OpenAI and Anthropic. Once those are exhausted, we will skip to a 50% discount plan.
Is Sourcetable programmable?
Yes. Regular spreadsheet users have full A1 formula-style referencing at their disposal. Advanced users can make use of Sourcetable's SQL editor and GUI, or ask our AI to write code for you.




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