Jargon Buster
The SCATA Jargon Buster is a compilation of many of the confusing terms and acronyms used in Health Informatics. It was compiled from various sources and is maintained by the SCATA membership.
If you are are a SCATA member, you can add and edit jargon terms from the member's area
Non-members can use the contact page to submit a new term or acronym, or to update an existing one.
Term or Acronym | Definition | Explanation |
LAN |
Local Area Network | A private or semi-private computer network confined to a defined locality, e.g a hospital site. |
Legacy System |
| Computer system inherited (as a legacy) from a bygone age. |
LIMS |
Laboratory Information Management System | Computer system used to manage laboratory processes and outputs |
LIS |
Local Implementation Strategy for IfH | Now superceded by the NCRS strategy. |
LSP |
Local Service Provider | A large multi-national corporation awarded the contract to provide IT services (like EPR, scheduling) for a cluster of Strategic Health Authorities. Details on the award of these contracts can be found on the NHSIA web site. |