The APAS Independence is intended to be used by a microbiology laboratory to read, interpret and sort culture plates in order to screen for the presence of microbial growth relevant for specific clinical conditions (e.g. urinary tract infection).The instrument may host multiple Analysis Modules, each of which is used to screen for a specific purpose.See https://cleverculturesystems.com for further information.
An electrically-powered device intended to be used for the imaging and assessment of pre-inoculated, pre-incubated microbial culture plates. It typically consists of a sample handling/preparation unit, digital camera, optical reader, transfer unit and dedicated software for image capture, processing and/or analysis. It is not intended for incubation. The system may be a single self-contained unit or modular assembly. The device operates with minimal technician involvement and complete automation of all procedural steps.