The AutoDELFIA® system (Sample Processor and Plate Processor) is intended to be used as an aid in screening with associated AutoDELFIA® reagent kits for neonatal screening and prenatal screening. It is an automatic immunoassay system designed to automatically perform assays using the proven and widely used method of time-resolved fluorometry. It is intended for in vitro quantitative determination of analytes as described by the associated assays. The function, specific disorder, condition or risk factor to be identified, the specimen type, and testing population are based on and described within the intended purpose of the applicable assay. The AutoDELFIA® system is intended to be used by trained laboratory personnel.
A stationary mains electricity (AC-powered) laboratory instrument intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative in vitro determination of chemical and/or biological markers in a clinical specimen. The instrument detects fluorescent markers that result from an immunological reaction between the reagents and the specimen, and typically includes an autosampler, reagent dispenser, light source, filter or monochromator, a fluorescent detection system (fluorometer or spectrofluorometer), data processing and/or data display software. The device operates with minimal technician involvement and complete automation of all procedural steps.