Download MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) Latest Automation in the Clinical Laboratory Lecture PPT
VIKAS KUMAR
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
NMCH JAMUHAR
Aliquot: A portion of a total amount of specimen
Analyzer Configuration: The format in which
analytical instrument are configured; available in
both open and closed system
Automation: The process whereby an analytical
instrument perform many tests with only minimal
involvement of an analyst; also defined as the
controlled operation of an apparatus, process, or
system by mechanical or electronic devices
without human intervention.
Batch Analysis: A type of analysis in which many
specimens are processed in the same analytical
session, or "run".
Centralized Testing: A mode of testing in which
specimens are transported to central, or "core"
facility for analysis
Core Laboratory: A type of centralized laboratory
to which sample are transported for analysis.
Multiple-Channel Analysis: A type of analysis in
which each specimen is subjected to multiple
analytical processes so that a set of test results is
obtained on a single specimens; also known as
multi test analysis.
Point-of-Care Testing (POCT): A mode of testing in
which the analysis is performed at the site where
healthcare is provided; also known as bedside,
near-patient, decentralized and off-site testing
With automation, chances of manual errors have been
reduced due to automatic setting of different
parameters. Results thus obtained are accurate and
reliable.
The analyzers are computer based so they have self
monitoring features. They monitor the progress of
chemical reaction and indicate any abnormality.
Analyzers are easy to operate as most of the steps are
automatic
Work load in laboratory is finished in short duration.
Analyzers have digital display and give print out of
results. Manual calculations are thus eliminated.
Entire range of tests like cardiac, hepatic and renal
function can be performed by analyzers.
With an automatic analyzer, physician and
patients develop a great amount of confidence in
the results.
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