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  • 1University of Utah School of Medicine, 30 N. 1900 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA. hawkercd@aruplab.com

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Over 2000 clinical laboratories utilize laboratory automation, including modular and total systems. This article guides labs through automation decisions and implementation, also reviewing standards.

Area of Science:

  • Clinical laboratory science
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Healthcare management

Background:

  • Increasing complexity and volume in clinical testing.
  • Need for enhanced efficiency and accuracy in diagnostic processes.
  • Prevalence of laboratory automation adoption worldwide.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe various types of laboratory automation systems.
  • To provide a framework for clinical laboratories considering automation.
  • To review the role of standards in laboratory automation.

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  • Descriptive analysis of automation systems (modular and total).
  • Outline of a strategic decision-making process for automation adoption.
  • Review of existing standards relevant to clinical laboratory automation.

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