serumanalysers

Serumanalysers are automated or semi-automated laboratory instruments designed to perform a wide range of biochemical tests on serum samples. These instruments are crucial in clinical diagnostics, enabling healthcare professionals to assess a patient's health status and identify potential diseases or abnormalities. They typically employ various technologies, including spectrophotometry, nephelometry, and immunochemistry, to measure the concentration of different substances in the serum. Common analytes tested include electrolytes like sodium and potassium, enzymes such as AST and ALT, proteins like albumin and globulins, and markers for kidney and liver function.

The process generally involves the automated dispensing of reagents into reaction vessels, followed by the introduction of the serum sample. The analyser then incubates the mixture and measures the resulting chemical or immunological reaction. This measurement is converted into a quantitative result based on calibration curves. Serumanalysers can process a high throughput of samples, significantly increasing laboratory efficiency and reducing turnaround time for diagnostic results. They are essential tools in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, and research settings, contributing to accurate and timely patient care.