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Automated systems for identification of microorganisms
1Department of Pathology, Ben Taub General Hospital, Houston, Texas.
Clinical Microbiology Reviews
|July 1, 1992
Summary
Automated microbial identification systems have evolved significantly since the 1970s, offering improved performance in clinical labs. This review examines their development, current capabilities, and areas for future enhancement.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Microbiology
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Automated instruments for microorganism identification emerged in clinical microbiology labs during the 1970s.
- Significant advancements in automated identification systems have occurred over the past two decades.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the development of automated microorganism identification systems in the United States.
- To review the performance characteristics of these systems.
- To identify deficiencies and suggest improvements for automated identification technologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of the literature and available automated identification systems.
- Analysis of performance data for microorganism identification.
Main Results:
- Automated identification systems have shown steady progress in capabilities and performance.
- Various systems are available in the United States, each with specific characteristics.
- Deficiencies in current systems have been observed.
Conclusions:
- Continued development is crucial for enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of automated microbial identification.
- Addressing identified deficiencies will further optimize these vital laboratory tools.