Lab automation solutions for every laboratory analysis phase

Automation has revolutionized the way we work, and laboratories are no exception. Lab automation has transformed workflows and increased efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility. In this era, we are witnessing something more significant than just using technology. It is incredible to realize this technology’s power; it simply saves lives.

Laboratory tests are essential for the treatment of a patient. Since errors in every phase of the testing process might jeopardize patient safety, looking for ways to avoid encountering them is essential to a business in this area of expertise.

Laboratory analysis has three stages (pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical). Although most mistakes occur in the pre-and post-analytical stages, all three steps of the whole testing process can be addressed separately to improve quality.

Labs always seek technologically innovative solutions to cope with large numbers of samples and limited personnel resources.

To deal with high volumes of samples and limited staff resources, labs are always looking for technologically creative solutions. Automated liquid handlers are one of the most common automated solutions. They are frequently used because they dramatically cut processing time and limit the possibility of sample contamination by effective disposal of dead volumes. Liquid handlers use a software-based integrated system to design handling procedures with high transfer volumes. Yet, there are several other possibilities for each stage.

Lab automation in the pre-analytical stage:

Lab automation can improve the pre-analytical phase by reducing manual errors in sample preparation, tracking, and identification. Automated sample handling systems can ensure that samples are correctly labeled, tracked, and routed to the correct location within the lab. This reduces the risk of misidentification, sample mix-ups, and other errors that can compromise the accuracy of results.

Automated Solution:

Workflow scheduling: Workflow scheduling can be used in the pre-analytical stage to automate the scheduling of sample processing tasks, such as sample preparation, sample tracking, and sample routing.

Maintenance tasks automation: Maintenance tasks automation will automate the scheduling of routine maintenance tasks for lab equipment used in the pre-analytical stage, such as centrifuges and pipettes.

Lab automation in the analytical stage:

The analytical stage is where lab automation can have the most significant impact. This stage involves the actual testing of samples. Automated instruments can perform routine tests quickly and accurately, reducing the need for manual intervention and improving output. This drastically reduces the risk of human errors that come with the manual handling and transcription of samples. It improves the consistency and reliability of results.

Automated Solution:

Automation of biomedical testing: labs use it to automate the analysis of patient samples. It might include sample loading, reagent dispensing, and result interpretation. Automating testing procedures, such as immunoassays, molecular diagnostics, and hematology, can reduce manual errors and variability between technicians, ensuring the accuracy and reproducibility of test results.

Complex robot workflows: Complex robot workflows can be used in the analytical stage to automate more intricate sample preparation and analysis tasks, such as nucleic acid extraction, PCR setup, and ELISA assays.

Sample management: This section of lab automation focuses on streamlining the process of sample handling and testing by automating various tasks such as sample tracking, sample preparation, and sample analysis. It is also an important solution for the scheduling of samples, this way the lab ensures analyzers and other systems work at optimal capacity.

Lab automation in the post-analytical stage:

The post-analytical stage involves the interpretation and reporting of results. Lab automation can improve this stage by reducing the time and effort required to review and validate results. Automated reporting systems can provide standardized reports, reducing the risk of errors due to manual transcription. Automated validation systems can flag results outside expected ranges, reducing the risk of false positives and negatives.

Automated Solution:

Workflow scheduling: Workflow scheduling can be used in the post-analytical stage to automate the generation and distribution of reports and the tracking of quality control data.

Maintenance tasks automation: Maintenance tasks automation can automate the scheduling of routine maintenance tasks for lab equipment used in the post-analytical stage, such as analytical instruments and reporting systems.

Lab automation software development with Berg

The advantages of workflow scheduling, maintenance tasks automation, automation of biomedical testing, and complex robot workflows are significant. Lab automation is a game-changer in the laboratory industry, and its benefits are evident in all three stages of laboratory analysis. We can craft many other solutions than those we mentioned; if you want to help your laboratory reach the next level, look here.

Lab automation is the way forward in today’s fast-paced world, where accuracy and speed are crucial. It is time for laboratories to embrace automation solutions and take their testing processes to the next level. With Berg Software‘s expertise in delivering lab automation solutions, laboratories can improve their operations, reduce errors, and, ultimately, provide better patient care.

At Berg Software, we understand the importance of lab automation. Our expertise in delivering customized automation solutions has helped laboratories achieve their goals of improving the quality and efficiency of their testing processes. Our solutions are designed to address specific needs in each stage of laboratory analysis, ensuring that every laboratory can benefit from the advantages of lab automation.