Laboratory Automation Techniques - Objectives Quiz
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What is the main inspiration for the word 'automation'?

  • The word automatic (correct)
  • The word intelligence
  • The word manual
  • The word laboratory

Which of the following best describes 'automatic'?

  • Requiring constant supervision
  • Exercising control without interference (correct)
  • Operating with manual input
  • Dependent on external factors

What does 'automation' refer to in the context of machines?

  • Machines with limited functionality
  • Machines with adaptability and intelligence (correct)
  • Machines that need continuous human intervention
  • Machines that require constant monitoring

What is the primary purpose of automation in a clinical laboratory?

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Why does the text mention adding numbers from 1 to 100 throughout the day?

<p>To highlight the monotony of repetitive tasks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of automation in clinical laboratories according to the text?

<p>Improves accuracy by eliminating human error (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a clinical laboratory setup, where is automation NOT useful according to the text?

<p>Transport of specimen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of system is mentioned in the text as an example of automation in sample collection?

<p>Robotic system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is blood collected using a vacutainer, as described in the text?

<p>Due to negative pressure filling the vacuum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does automation mainly refer to in sample collection according to the text?

<p>Improved, faster, and least discomfort causing techniques of collection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Inspiration for 'automation'

'Automatic' is the main inspiration for the term 'automation'.

'Automatic' meaning

Controlling something without human interference.

Automation in machines

Machines that can adapt and work with intelligence.

Automation in clinical labs - purpose

Reducing the need for human supervision in the lab.

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Adding 1-100 numbers purpose

Demonstrating the tediousness of repetitive tasks.

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Automation clinical lab - benefit

Increases accuracy by reducing human error.

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Automation - clinical lab- NOT useful for

Specimen transport is not aided by automation.

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Automation in sample collection - example

Robotic systems are used for automation in specimen sample collection.

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Vacutainer blood collection

Negative pressure in vacutainer tubes draws blood.

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Automation in sample collection

Faster, more comfortable and improved techniques used in sample collection

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Study Notes

Automation in Clinical Laboratory

  • Automation refers to machines with intelligence and adaptability that reduce workload and need for nonstop supervision.

Meaning of Automation

  • Automation comes from the word "automatic", which means exercising control without interference.
  • Automation involves getting work done by machines that can run on their own without continuous monitoring.

Objectives of Automation

  • Define automation
  • List the uses of automation in clinical lab
  • Discuss automation at each step of analysis
  • Describe different types of auto analyzers
  • Enlist the advantages and disadvantages of automation

Steps in Laboratory Analysis

  • Identifying the patient
  • Getting the correct sample
  • Identifying and proper labeling of the sample
  • Delivery of sample in proper storage condition and within time
  • Preparation of sample for test
  • Sample loading/aspirating
  • Analysis
  • Reporting
  • Entering in register

Benefits of Automation

  • Reduces the workload
  • Decreases turnaround time (Saves time used per analysis)
  • Increases total number of tests done in less time
  • Eliminates repetition and monotony from human life, decreasing human error and improving accuracy
  • Improves reproducibility (repeatability)
  • Uses minimum amount of sample and reagent

Usefulness of Automation

  • Useful in routine chemistry, hematology, immunological assay, and daily processing of large number of samples
  • Extends to transport of specimen, processing of specimen, loading of the specimen into auto analyzer, and assessment of results of performed tasks

AutoAnalyzer

  • Replaces routine techniques and procedures done manually by technicians
  • Automated analyzers that perform analysis

Sample Collection

  • Automation in sample collection refers to improved, faster, and least discomfort causing techniques of collection
  • Examples include robotic system, vacutainers, and glucometer
  • Vacutainers use negative pressure filling the vacuum to collect blood

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