Automation Systems, Laboratory
Definition : Automation systems used in clinical laboratories to prepare, analyze, and evaluate samples. These systems typically consist of several modules for specimen handling and processing that work as a network connected by a transportation system and under software control; they can perform tasks in sequence with minimal operator intervention. The systems usually include modules for sample preparation (preanalytic modules), analysis of samples (e.g., hematology, clinical chemistry, immunoassay), and recompilation and evaluation of results (postanalytic modules). Each module typically includes several units (e.g., decappers, sorters, centrifuges, analyzers, refrigerators) that may be either standard clinical laboratory equipment or, more frequently, specially designed units for the automation system. Laboratory automation systems are intended to improve the safety and/or efficiency of laboratory procedures; they are frequently configured according to particular laboratory requirements. Most of these systems can interact with laboratory and/or hospital information systems.
Related Terms : "Modules, Laboratory Automation System" , "Robots, Sample Transport" , "Analyzers"
Entry Terms : "Clinical Laboratory Automation Systems" , "Laboratory Automation Systems"
UMDC code : 18573
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| | BioMicroLab Company Type: Parent |  | | Brooks Automation Inc Company Type: Parent | | | Copan Diagnostics Inc Company Type: Parent Copan Diagnostics, Inc. is the leading supplier of collection and transport systems in the world. Copan Diagnostics, Inc. has been supplying bacteriology swabs, viral transport media VTM and molecular systems to North and South America since 1994. | | | Forte Automation Systems Inc Company Type: Parent | | | Freeslate Inc Company Type: Parent | | | GenCell USA LLC Company Type: Parent | | | Hologic Inc Company Type: Parent Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems, and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women throughout the world. | | | Immucor Inc Company Type: Parent Immucor, Inc. plays a vital role in making blood transfusions safe. We sell a complete line of automated instrument-reagents systems that detect and identify certain properties of blood prior to transfusion. Our strategy is to drive automation in the blood bank. | | | Ludl Electronic Products Ltd Company Type: Parent Ludl Electronic Products is the premier provider of leading edge microscope automation. Almost any aspect of microscopy can be enhanced with precision control. LEP automation products are available throughout the world | | | Yaskawa America Inc Company Type: Parent | | |
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