critical-value-alert-generator

Generates structured alerts for critical lab values using CAP/CLIA thresholds.

53|12|Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/langcare/langcare-mcp-fhir --skill critical-value-alert-generator
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Skill: critical-value-alert-generator
Source: https://github.com/langcare/langcare-mcp-fhir/tree/main/skills/core/lab-diagnostics/critical-value-alert-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/langcare/langcare-mcp-fhir --skill critical-value-alert-generator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Scans laboratory Observations for critical values using CAP/CLIA thresholds and generates structured alerts with clinical action guidance. Do not use for routine lab interpretation or non-lab data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve patient demographics to tailor alerts (name, age, context)
  • Pull recent laboratory Observations within a configurable window and identify values outside thresholds
  • Retrieve active medications and active conditions to contextualize alerts
  • Generate structured alert blocks with priority, clinical significance, and recommended actions
  • Optional: supports read-back verification for facility workflows

Quick Start

Run the critical-value-alert-generator for a target patient to generate current alerts from recent labs.

Frequently Asked Questions about critical-value-alert-generator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I identify critical laboratory values from FHIR observations?

Identify critical laboratory values by scanning FHIR Observations against CAP/CLIA thresholds. This process flags out-of-range labs within a 24- to 72-hour window, generating structured alerts with clinical action guidance.

Can I use patient context to prioritize clinical alerts for critical labs?

Yes, you can prioritize clinical alerts by correlating critical labs with active MedicationStatement and Condition resources. This patient context informs the urgency and recommended actions for each flagged observation.

How do critical lab alerts handle unit conversions and missing fields?

Critical lab alerts implement deterministic screening with robust handling for unit conversions, missing fields, and variable interpretation fields. This ensures safe, actionable alerts despite inconsistent observation data.

What is the best way to flag critical labs instantly for facility workflows?

The best way to flag critical labs instantly is to generate structured alert blocks with priority, clinical significance, and recommended actions. It also supports optional read-back verification for facility workflows.

When should I not use a critical value alert generator?

You should not use a critical value alert generator for routine lab interpretation or non-laboratory data. It is specifically designed to scan laboratory Observations for critical values using CAP/CLIA thresholds.

Does the critical value alert generator tailor alerts based on patient demographics?

Yes, the critical value alert generator retrieves patient demographics like name, age, and context to tailor alerts. This ensures the structured alerts are appropriately contextualized for the target patient.