Gemini

The GEMINI is a compact microplate processor designed for the automation of diagnostic ELISA/EIA and autoimmune assays. The instrument is to be used in clinics, laboratories, universities and hospitals containing diagnostic facilities as well as blood banks. The workplace for the instrument shall be a dedicated laboratory (area) for diagnostic purposes. The laboratories are not restricted to, but may include small working spaces (areas). The GEMINI consists of a platform that performs ELISA and similar structured assays, and PC software that performs several instrument tasks and provides a graphical user interface. The GEMINI has an interface that can accommodate with an internal PC. The PC has a data connection to an external laboratory information system (which is not included in the GEMINI). The GEMINI has a loading bay for samples and reagents, and positions for disposable tips. The GEMINI also has a transport system and fixed positions for loading microplates. Loading of any of these items into the GEMINI instrument is to be performed by the operator. Sample and reagent vessels come with attached barcodes that encode the identifier of the corresponding sample or reagent. The GEMINI reads the barcodes and stores the identifier. Barcodes on microplates cannot automatically be scanned by the instrument. The device must be validated in the specific application according to laboratory practice and state-of-the-art before putting into service and after changes. Use of kits or kit components on the GEMINI instrument is only allowed after validation. Using/running hazardous substances on the GEMINI instrument is in the responsibility of the operator.