The Changing Landscape of Automation in the Practice of Diagnostic Medical Microbiology: But What about Safety?

The clinical microbiology laboratory is undergoing a transformation in diagnostic testing as result of entering the “machine” or “robotic” age with the development and availability of automation, primarily molecular-based multiplex instruments and total laboratory automation. Automation provides substantial benefits to the laboratory, administrators, clinician, and, ultimately, patient. Major benefits include faster and more accurate results, improved workflow efficiency, high-throughput testing, reduction of laboratory costs, reduction of human error, and, for the most part, saving valuable space.
Source: Clinical Microbiology Newsletter - Category: Microbiology Authors: Source Type: news