To specify an encryption key for patient data
You can specify an encryption key for the patient data in your Geneticist Assistant database. If encryption is enabled for patient data, then no data is displayed in specific Patient fields such as First Name, Last Name, and so on. Instead, *encrypted* is displayed. To set up encryption for patient data, two files are required:
• Cert.pem file, which you must save in C:\Program Files\SoftGenetics\SoftGenetics Server\ga on the Geneticist Assistant server.
• Cert.pfx, which you can save anywhere on the Geneticist Assistant client. You must double-click this file to launch the Certificate Import Wizard and import the encryption key for your Geneticist Assistant installation.
 | If your organization already uses encryption for patient data, then these files should already be configured and available for use; otherwise, work with your organization’s System Administrator to create and configure these files, or you can contact.tech_support@softgenetics.com for assistance. |
1. On the Geneticist Assistant main menu, click File > Settings to open the Settings dialog box.
The Settings dialog box opens. The General tab is the open tab.
2. In the Encryption pane, select the appropriate Windows certificate.
3. If you are done specifying your settings, then click OK to close the Settings dialog box and return to the Geneticist Assistant main window; otherwise, continue to add and/or edit the information on any this tab or any of the other tabs as appropriate.