title: Optimising assay sequence on automated coagulation instrumentation.
abstract: An embedded knowledge-based system has been developed to determine the optimum sequence for assays performed on a random access coagulation analyser. This knowledge base is in the form of a set of rules describing penalties associated with certain sequences of assays. The optimisation of assay sequences increases throughput and reduces consumption of cleaning solutions and generation of waste. A flexible design also facilitates updates to the knowledge base as assays are modified and added in the future.
authors.affiliation: Organon Teknika Corporation, Durham, NC 27712, USA.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Givens
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Hunley
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Fischer
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Bowling
mesh_terms: D001185:Artificial Intelligence; D001780:Blood Coagulation Tests / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D012984:Software