Workflow timing between modules

摘要

The invention relates to a method of isolating and analyzing a nucleic acid analyte using an automated analyzer which comprises a sample cell for distributing a sample comprising a nucleic acid analyte to a processing vessel, a cell for purifying and isolating an analyte comprising a separation station , and an amplification module, wherein each module has a specific, pre-defined timing for transferring and processing the nucleic acid analyte, and wherein any nucleic acid analyte is isolated and analyzed with an identical timing.