| 摘要 |
<p>A multi-analyzer system where at least two automatic clinical analyzers (10, 11) are linked together by a bi-directional sample rack shuttle (68), both analyzers initially capable of performing a slightly different menu of assays. The bi-directional incoming and outgoing sample rack transport system (73) of a first one of the two analyzers is automatically converted into a one-way incoming sample rack transport system and the incoming sample tube transport system (76) of a second of the two analyzers is automatically converted into a one-way outgoing transport system adapted to dispose of all sample racks having sample tubes with sample finally tested by either analyzer. In the event that one of the two analyzers experiences an operating failure, the analyzer system may automatically revert to a single analyzer system employing only the operational analyzer.</p> |
