Figure 1.

Rheonix Encompass Optimum workstation. Location of all disposables and sample rack as introduced onto the deck of the workstation. The liquid handler and optical head are shown on the robotic arm. All assay processes (DNA isolation, PCR, hybridization, results visualization, and reporting), as well as signal acquisition and reporting of results, are under the control of the workstation’s software. The touchscreen user interface is used by the operator to access assay-specific information, initiate the run, and view results.