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Extract data from a UDI Barcode
UDI (Unique Device Identifier) Barcodes uniquely identify medical devices to aid in supply chain tracking, helping protect patients from faulty devices identified after distribution. Enter a UDI barcode value to see a detailed breakdown of the encoded information or learn more in our 'What is a UDI Barcode?' guide.
What Information does a UDI Barcode contain?
A UDI can be divided into a Device Identifier, containing manufacturer and general device information, and a Production Identifier, that provides device-specific information.
| Name | Description | Orca Variable |
|---|---|---|
| Device Identifier | Device Identifier (GTIN, PCN) | $UDI:DI |
| Lot Number | Lot Number of a Device | $UDI:LOT |
| Expiry Date | Expiry Date of a Device | $UDI:EXPIRYDATE |
| Serial Number | Serial Number of a Device | $UDI:SERIAL |
| Production Date | Production Date of a Device | $UDI:PRODDATE |
| Barcode Type | The Standard the UDI Barcode follows | $UDI:TYPE |
How to extract data from a spreadsheet of UDI barcodes
- Login at cloud.orcascan.com
- Create a new sheet
- Add a column for each value you wish to extract
- Use the relevant Orca Variable as the default value
- Import your spreadsheet of UDI barcodes
Orca Scan will automatically extract the data from each UDI barcode into the relevant columns.
How to extract data from a UDI barcode on scan
- Download the Orca Scan barcode scanner onto any iOS or Android device
- Create a new sheet
- Add a column for each value you wish to extract
- Use the relevant Orca Variable as the default value
- Scan a UDI barcode
Orca Scan will automatically extract the data from each UDI barcode into the relevant columns on scan.
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