Computerized analyzers are computerized clinical laboratory testing equipment that are designed to perform diagnostic testing with minimal human intervention. These systems automate most of the processes involved in clinical testing such as sample handling, analysis, and reporting of results. Some key features of computerized analyzers include automated sample identification using barcodes, on-board storage of reagents and calibration standards, robotics for moving samples and reagents, integration with laboratory information systems for result delivery, and quality control capability.

Types of Automated Analyzers

There are various types of computerized Automated Analyzers available based on the technology and testing methodology used. Some of the major types are:

Clinical Chemistry Analyzers

Clinical chemistry analyzers are specialized automated systems used to analyze blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid and other body fluid samples to measure levels of clinically important chemicals like glucose, sodium, potassium, cholesterol, liver enzymes, kidney function markers etc. They use techniques like spectrophotometry, ion-selective potentiometry and immunoturbidimetry to perform various types of clinical chemistry tests on samples. Popular brands offer modular, random access systems to process 50-300 samples per hour.

Immunoassay Analyzers

Immunoassay analyzers detect and quantify different antigens or antibodies in samples using immunoassay techniques like enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), fluorescence immunoassay, chemiluminescence immunoassay etc. They are used to perform tests like tumor markers, hormones, cardiac markers, drugs of abuse, therapeutic drug monitoring and infectious disease markers. Fully automated random access systems can handle immunoassays of 50-150 samples per hour.

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