A systematic approach to materials handling in clinical laboratories.
I describe the automation/mechanization of several areas of sample processing at SmithKline Beecham Clinical Laboratories. By analyzing and implementing new systems for conveyance and sorting of incoming specimens, specimen processing, within-laboratory specimen delivery, specimen storage and retrieval, and client resupply, we greatly improved the productivity of the nontechnical aspects of laboratory operations.
SmithKline Beecham Clinical Laboratories, Atlanta, GA 30084.
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D002624:Chemistry, Clinical / Q000295:instrumentation; D007755:Laboratories, Hospital; D012371:Robotics / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013048:Specimen Handling / Q000295:instrumentation*