Interfacing IMMMULITE® 2000
to Total Laboratory Automation

Laboratory Automation Systems (LAS), sometimes referred to as Total Lab Automation (TLA), are providing today's large, busy laboratories with labor-saving, hands-off patient sample processing. These track-based, sample handling/transport systems can be configured to automate either all or part of the preanalytical and postanalytical phases of the sample handling process.

"Modular work cells" efficiently consolidate laboratory work stations and platforms, rather than the entire laboratory, by linking two or more instruments in a "cell" or "island" configuration using a sample transport system (track) and a single controller. The modular automated approach to workstation consolidation allows the operator to introduce samples into the work cell via the track. Data and sample information are collated by the controller PC, which is interfaced with a laboratory information system (LIS). Samples are automatically routed by the controller to the appropriate instrument for processing, thereby increasing daily workstation throughput and operator walk-away time.

In partnership with LAB-InterLink, Inc., DPC is developing a universal LAS interface for the IMMULITE 2000 immunochemistry system. The interface will allow one or more IMMULITE 2000 systems to be linked directly to any LAS available for installation in an automated laboratory. Furthermore, DPC will offer complete work cell modules to provide a flexible and configurable approach to workstation and platform consolidation, allowing customized linking of two or more of DPC's immunochemistry systems, in partnership with LAB-InterLink, Inc.

Please contact your local DPC Sales Representative for further information on how the IMMULITE 2000 LAS interface can provide state-of-the-art technology to improve the quality and efficiency of patient testing in your laboratory.