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Rapid DNA Sample Selection
Leading Dutch genome diagnostics lab, AGDx, is using Ziath’s Mohawk semi-automated tube picker to retrieve DNA samples accurately and rapidly from their extensive biobank.
Senior Chief Analyst in the AGDx laboratory at the VU Medical Centre, Dr Marja van Stralen said: “A few years ago, with stored DNA samples rising exponentially, the situation had arisen that we could no longer find the right samples so easily. As a result, our laboratory switched from the classic microcentrifuge tubes to 2D barcoded tubes in SBS format 96 position racks for storage of all DNA samples to enable us to efficiently manage our DNA biobank. In recent years, specialised knowledge has been increasingly required to perform DNA diagnostics and there are more and more diseases in which DNA diagnostics can support the correct diagnosis with current techniques. As a result, the number of requests to our laboratory grows every year. As a result, it is vital that we can quickly and accurately pick specific DNA samples enabling us to use the right tests with our various diagnostic techniques. Efficient picking of samples is especially important in larger studies which require a lot of Biobank DNA materials to be found quickly. Since the arrival of the Ziath Mohawk semi-automated tube picker, just over a year ago, we have been able to accurately pick and process more DNA samples in an efficient manner. As a result of this successful implementation, and the great support received from Ziath, our laboratory is in the process of acquiring a second Mohawk.”
The Ziath Mohawk semi-automated tube picker utilises a linear rack reader and ninety-six pins to quickly pick frozen or thawed sample tubes from a scanned rack. Unlike slow and costly robotics, the Mohawk can scan and pick tubes in seconds. No set up or calibration is required, as control is achieved through software that offers an easy-to-use interface. Tubes can be picked from a single rack or from multiple racks using a picklist. The picklist can be initiated by scanning the 1D code on a rack, or it can be manually selected. The Mohawk can also be connected to a 2D barcode scanner for extra sample tracking and security, generating picklists directly from the tube barcodes. For further traceability, a 1D scanner for reading the rack barcode is also included.
Learn more about the AGDx Laboratory at the VU Medical Centre:
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Work Smarter, Not Harder: Increase the Efficiency and Productivity of your Lab
‘Work smarter, not harder’, is not just a phrase, it is a philosophy that can be realised through the evaluation of efficiency, improving the efficiency of an organisation should be the goal of every business owner and manager. The goal is to eliminate inefficiencies and make processes more consistent (reliable), repeatable, and reproducible. In theory, it will improve quality.
Maximising efficiency in your lab should be a priority to ensure quality results, a large output and continued funding. Putting in place the right process, technology, resources, and people will help when trying to increase productivity, profitability, scientific value and staff well-being while minimising wasted time and energy.
OMNIS Software from Metrohm was developed to make your lab experience and work as smooth, easy, and intuitive as it gets! OMNIS software utilises a user-friendly interface with features such as drag-and-drop and ergonomic method flow paths to ensure efficient use by anyone in your lab. The software’s modular design allows it to grow and expand alongside your lab - choose which add-ons are right for you.
Any downtime in a lab creates inefficiencies and therefore costs time and money. Alerts, system checks and self-monitoring features within the OMNIS software ensure errors and inefficiencies are eliminated. Clear colour indicators show you exactly where a problem is and how to fix it with concrete and context-specific suggestions.
OMNIS connects your lab together to improve efficiency. Central data management is possible with client/server, existing instruments and balances can be integrated into the OMNIS software and 3rd party softwares (e.g. LIMS, ERP, ELN) can be connected also.
Regulatory compliance is simple with features such as a secure database, full traceability, user management, audit trail, signatures, and modification comment. In addition, the long-term support version guarantees a stable and trouble-free operation for 5 years.
If you’re ready to start working smarter, not harder, and ready to increase your lab’s efficiency and productivity, read more about the OMNIS software and download the information packs.
Email Metrohm for a free quick demonstration of how the OMNIS software can help you. More information online:
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