Published: 11 Jun 2024

Diagnosis API Setup

- URL: https://diagnosisapi.azurewebsites.net
- Requirements:
- Laboratory test results
- Observed symptoms
- Authentication: Add `AuthenticationID` header to requests (use `DEMO_AuthenticationID` for development)

API Endpoint

The core endpoint for medical diagnostics is `/api/DDxItems/`. It handles POST requests with JSON inputs (`Content-Type: application/json`).

Authentication

The Diagnosis API uses a custom HTTP header for authentication. All responses, including error messages, are in JSON format.

Medical APIs in Healthcare

Definition:
- Medical APIs are central repositories for medical data, such as drug interactions, symptoms, and treatment options.

Function:
- Websites and apps use GET requests to retrieve information from medical APIs.

Applications:
- DDxHub diagnosis API: Diagnoses based on entered conditions
- DdxHub API: Information on medicines and health equipment from government agencies

Importance:
- Online medical resources are valuable tools for patients, doctors, and pharmacists to supplement traditional healthcare.