Automation
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Over the
years the clinical laboratory has slowly but surely started playing a very
important role in the treatment of patients. From being used as an ancillary
branch in the treatment, it is being looked upon as one of the most important
foundation of overall healthcare management of patients. Its role in the final
diagnosis of any medical condition cannot be overemphasized. Thus it is
imperative for any laboratory to maintain the highest of quality standards at
all times.
Most laboratories however small, have now resorted to using
computers to handle the data. However, most laboratories still use computers
only for analytical process. Low end systems now offer basic automation like
pipetting and dispensing of blood, body fluids and reagents. These also help in
processing of raw data to give end results. The high end instruments offer a
mind boggling array of features and are extremely user friendly. Most of these
instruments can be interfaced with the laboratory information system [LIS]
facilitating reporting and previous data retrieval. Computerization has
significantly improved integration of laboratory instruments, facilitates
communication between the laboratory and patients, laboratory and referring
physicians.
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