Imadek Automated Sample Processing System
Imadek’s Automated Sample Processing System comprises a modular platform designed for clinical laboratory pre-analytical workflows. The system handles specimen aliquoting, liquid transfer, and sample preparation tasks in blood screening, molecular diagnostics, and immunoassay testing environments.
Product Overview
The Imadek automation platform addresses manual processing bottlenecks in high-throughput clinical laboratories. By automating repetitive liquid handling and sample preparation steps, the system reduces technician workload while improving consistency in specimen processing for downstream analytical testing.
The platform follows a modular architecture, allowing laboratories to configure systems according to their specific throughput requirements and testing workflows. Individual modules can operate as standalone units or integrate into full automation lines connecting multiple pre-analytical functions.
Key Features
At FDA- and CE-registered status, Imadek’s modular sample processing platform handles 10 µL–10 mL liquid transfers across blood banking, molecular diagnostics, and immunoassay workflows.
Modular Design: Configurable hardware modules support various processing functions including decapping, aliquoting, labeling, and recapping. Laboratories can add or remove modules based on workflow requirements.
High-Precision Pipetting: Automated liquid handling mechanisms deliver consistent transfer volumes across different sample matrices and tube formats commonly used in clinical testing.
Multi-Format Compatibility: The platform accommodates various tube sizes and rack configurations used in blood banking, clinical chemistry, and molecular diagnostic workflows.
LIS Integration: Control software interfaces with laboratory information systems to receive worklists, track sample processing, and report results to host systems.
Continuous Loading: Sample input and output areas support ongoing specimen loading without interrupting active processing cycles.
Technical Specifications
At FDA- and CE-registered status, Imadek’s platform pipettes 10 µL–10 mL across various tube sizes at several hundred samples per hour with LIS connectivity and continuous loading.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Pipetting Volume Range | 10 µL - 10 mL (configuration dependent) |
| Throughput | Up to several hundred samples per hour |
| Tube Formats | Various sizes from 5 mL to 10 mL tubes |
| Rack Capacity | Multiple rack positions (model dependent) |
| Software | Proprietary control software with LIS connectivity |
Clinical Applications
Blood Bank Screening
The system performs sample aliquoting for infectious disease marker testing in donated blood units. Automated processing maintains chain of custody tracking while preparing specimens for multiple screening assays from a single primary sample.
Molecular Diagnostics
Sample preparation modules handle nucleic acid extraction setup and PCR plate loading for molecular testing workflows. The platform saw expanded deployment during COVID-19 pandemic response for nucleic acid testing automation.
Clinical Chemistry
Pre-analytical processing for routine chemistry panels includes specimen centrifugation interface, serum/plasma aliquoting, and secondary tube preparation for analyzer loading.
Immunoassay
The system prepares samples for tumor marker, hormone, and other immunoassay testing by generating appropriate aliquots in analyzer-compatible tube formats.
Regulatory Status
| Region | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (NMPA) | Class II Registration | Medical device production license held |
| EU (CE) | Registered | Select products CE marked |
| USA (FDA) | Registered | Select products FDA registered |
The manufacturer holds ISO 13485:2016 quality management system certification supporting regulatory compliance for medical device manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of samples can the Imadek system process?
The platform processes liquid biological specimens including whole blood, serum, plasma, and other body fluids. It is primarily designed for clinical laboratory sample preparation rather than primary specimen collection.
Can the system integrate with existing laboratory equipment?
Yes, the modular architecture and LIS connectivity allow integration with various analytical instruments and laboratory information systems. Specific integration requirements should be discussed with the manufacturer based on existing laboratory infrastructure.
What maintenance is required?
Routine maintenance includes daily cleaning of liquid handling components, periodic calibration verification, and replacement of consumable parts according to manufacturer schedules. The system includes self-diagnostic functions to monitor performance parameters.
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