in vitro diagnostics

in vitro diagnostics

Clinical diagnosis, especiallyin vitro diagnostics（IVD）Testing, usingIVDThe device analyzes patient samples such as blood, saliva, or urine to detect diseases. Proper sample handling, storage, and traceability are crucial for safe and accurate results. Through comprehensive laboratory automation（TLA）Laboratory Information Management System（LIMS）Support traceability and accurate diagnosis, automationIVDWorkflow can reduce errors and improve efficiency in the pre analysis, analysis, and post analysis stages.

HamiltonHow to support the workflow of in vitro diagnostics?

Symptomatic patients will go to the hospital for treatment and collect samples for diagnosis. These samples will be sent to the laboratory for sample identification and then prepared for short-term routine storage. In this preliminary analysis stage, automated processes include opening lids, sample stratification (such as blood samples), packaging, and re capping, allowing laboratory personnel to focus on improving detection quality and throughput.

During the analysis phase, the samples are processed for relevant diagnostic testing within a specific department.

The key steps in the post analysis phase include verifying and approving the generated results for publication, and transmitting the results back to physicians or hospitals for medical diagnosis and treatment. At this stage, samples are usually archived and can even be retrieved from automated storage systems for retesting or disposed of according to regulatory requirements.

Learn about our in vitro diagnostic solutions and applications

liquid biopsy

Through automated sample stratification, plasma packaging, and circulating ionizationDNA（cfDNA）Extract and analyze, improve the accuracy of liquid biopsy analysis, and assist in early cancer detection and treatment monitoring.

Toxicological analysis

Toxicology studies the harmful effects of substances on biological systems.HamiltonSupport key areas, including clinical, forensic, and toxicology testing workflows.

Therapeutic drug monitoring(TDM)

By exploringHamiltonAutomated solutions that will transform yourTDMThe workflow has been elevated to a new level, achieving precise and reliable drug monitoring.

Pre analysis and initial sample processing

Ensure the accuracy of the sample preparation workflow from sample collection to stratification and packaging.

nucleic acid extraction

Exploring how automation technology can support the extraction of high-quality, pure products from various industriesDNAorRNATo meet the needs of different downstream processing applications.

Nucleic acid quantification and homogenization

Improve laboratory efficiency through automated nucleic acid quantification and homogenization processes, and explore tools that can save time and improve accuracy.

NGSLibrary preparation

Optimize high-throughput sequencing（NGS）Sample processing procedure. Explore us forRNASequencing（RNA-seq）Whole genome sequencing（WGS）And the solutions provided by targeted sequencing applications.

Long chain genomics

Long read sequencing and optical genome mapping（OGM）Provided insights into genomic variations. Explore our long-chain genomics solutions immediately.

single-cell analysis

Unlock the powerful capabilities of single-cell multi omics technology to analyze cellular functions with high precision. Exploring Single CellsRNASequencing（scRNA-seq）How can other technologies improve research level.

What is in vitro diagnosis?

In vitro diagnosis（IVD）Testing involves analyzing samples collected from the human body, such as blood, tissues, or other bodily fluids. These tests are conducted in vitro, usually in a laboratory environment - hence the name 'in vitro'（in vitro）It means' in a glass container '.

In vitro diagnosis（IVD）Testing plays a crucial role in supporting physician decision-making and monitoring patient health by detecting diseases, conditions, or infections. About two-thirds of medical diagnoses are based onIVDTest results.

What are the typical automated workflows in an in vitro diagnostic laboratory?

Clinical laboratories are highly automated facilities. The routine diagnosis of blood samples using clinical chemistry and immunoassay methods is usually achieved throughTLAThe track automatically guides the sample to a specific analyzer for processing.

With the increasing pressure to improve efficiency, automated workflows in specialized diagnostic fields such as microbiology, molecular diagnostics, or allergenics testing are becoming increasingly important. These automated processes can provide faster and more consistent data, and doctors rely on this data to make timely clinical decisions.

What are the automation solutions for in vitro diagnostic sample preparation?

HamiltonIn vitro diagnostic solutions include nucleic acid extraction, protein extraction, centrifugation, and blood packaging, which are typical sample preparation steps that can be easily automated.

What types of fully automated instruments are used in clinical laboratories?

The fully automatic instrument can achieve full processing from sample reception to result reporting. In routine diagnosis, these analyzers need to be connected toTLATrack. The pre analysis step of sample preparation is necessary before processing samples with fully automated instruments, and the specific operation depends on the sample matrix.

Sample preparation involves separating specific analytes through packaging, dilution, or extraction steps. These steps can be integrated intoTLAIn the system (such as centrifugation and blood fractionation), it can also be used as part of the fully automated system workflow, such as nucleic acid extraction in genetic diagnosis testing, or as a semi-automatic step before the analyzer. These flexible workflow options enable clinical teams to customize automated processes based on sample types, throughput requirements, and diagnostic goals.

How can clinical laboratories efficiently store samples?

Sample storage plays an important role in the intermediate storage of samples between analyses. Serum bank andDNAStorage is a typical example of intermediate storage. In addition to intermediate storage, post analysis storage for sample retrieval, retesting, or compliance with regulatory requirements is equally crucial.

Automated storage solutions can help laboratories reduce manual processing, improve traceability, and ensure consistent sample integrity across teams and testing phases.

How to achieve automation of post analysis processing?

Integrate automated storage solutions withTLAThe integration of the track system can promote and accelerate the storage process, while improving the convenience of data retrieval.

Independent automated storage solutions are also suitable for storage inTLASamples tested outside the system provide flexibility for the workflow. Complete traceability, automatic retrieval for retesting, and automated sample disposal significantly reduce the time laboratory personnel need to spend on these steps.

How to ensure sample traceability from sample to result?

Samples are usually collected throughLIMSManage barcode tracking. The instrument identifies the sample through barcode scanning before processing to ensure that the processed sample is correct.