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Turn Google Sheets into a Research Laboratory Sample Chain of Custody API

Track lab sample intake, location, test assignments, and results via Google Sheets API.

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The Problem

Research labs lose track of sample locations, miss test deadlines, and struggle to maintain proper chain of custody documentation for compliance.

The Solution

SheetAPI converts your sample log into an API. Track samples from intake through analysis, maintain custody records, and alert on critical timelines.

1

Set Up Your Google Sheet

Create a spreadsheet with columns like: Sample ID, Source, Type, Collection Date, Current Location, Assigned To, Analysis Status, Results

2

Connect to SheetAPI.pro

Sign up (takes 10 seconds), authorize Google, and paste your sheet URL. Done.

3

Start Using Your API

Get instant REST API endpoints to create, read, update, and delete your research laboratory sample chain of custody data.

Code Examples

Here's how simple it is to work with your research laboratory sample chain of custody data:

Fetch All Records

# Using cURL curl -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ https://api.sheetapi.pro/v1/YOUR_SHEET_ID
// Using JavaScript (fetch) const response = await fetch('https://api.sheetapi.pro/v1/YOUR_SHEET_ID', { headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }); const data = await response.json(); console.log(data); // Your research laboratory sample chain of custody records

Create a New Record

# Using cURL curl -X POST \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{"Sample ID":"VALUE1","Source":"VALUE2"}' \ https://api.sheetapi.pro/v1/YOUR_SHEET_ID
// Using JavaScript (fetch) const newRecord = { 'Sample ID': 'Sample value', 'Source': 'Another value' }; const response = await fetch('https://api.sheetapi.pro/v1/YOUR_SHEET_ID', { method: 'POST', headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY', 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.stringify(newRecord) });

Update a Record

// Update by row ID const response = await fetch('https://api.sheetapi.pro/v1/YOUR_SHEET_ID/ROW_ID', { method: 'PATCH', headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY', 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.stringify({ 'Status': 'Updated' }) });

Key Features for Research Laboratory Sample Chain of Custody

⚡ Real-Time Sync

Changes in your Google Sheet reflect in the API instantly. No delays, no manual syncing.

🔔 Webhooks

Get notified instantly when data changes. Trigger automations, send emails, or update other systems.

📝 Full CRUD Operations

Create, Read, Update, and Delete records via REST API. Complete control over your data.

🔒 Secure Authentication

API keys keep your data protected. Only authorized users can access or modify your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I track chain of custody for each sample?

Yes! Log every transfer, location change, and handler via API to maintain a complete audit trail.

How do I manage analysis deadlines?

Store deadline dates and use webhooks to alert analysts when samples approach processing cutoffs.

Can multiple researchers access samples?

Absolutely! Assign API keys per researcher with access limited to their sample sets.

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