| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3460813 | Clinics in Laboratory Medicine | 2007 | 22 Pages |
Abstract
Worldwide, perhaps 2000 or more clinical laboratories have implemented some form of laboratory automation, either a modular automation system, such as for front-end processing, or a total laboratory automation system. This article provides descriptions and examples of these various types of automation. It also presents an outline of how a clinical laboratory that is contemplating automation should approach its decision and the steps it should follow to ensure a successful implementation. Finally, the role of standards in automation is reviewed.
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Authors
Charles D. PhD, MBA,