Database (DB) — An organized collection of structured data that is stored and managed electronically. A database allows software systems to store, retrieve, update, and manage large amounts of information efficiently. Think of it like a giant, highly organized filing cabinet that software can search through and pull from instantly. At GDT, databases store everything from client account information and patient records to test orders and results — all the data that powers the platform behind the scenes.
See also: Instance, Integration, Parsing