Systems and methods for multi-analysis

Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.

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         9 . A sample processing system for use with a biological sample, the system comprising:
 a housing containing the following:
 a sample handling system; 
 a cartridge receiving tray; 
 a centrifuge; 
 a cuvette having a plurality of individual wells; 
 an assay station configured to support multiple components comprising at least a first fluidically isolated assay unit, a second fluidically isolated assay unit, and a third fluidically isolated assay unit, 
 wherein the sample handling system is configured to transfer at least a portion of the biological sample to the first fluidically isolated assay unit, the second fluidically isolated assay unit, and the third fluidically isolated assay unit; 
 wherein said cuvette is movable to various positions so that each of said individual wells of the cuvette optically analyzed for assay processing. 
   
     
     
         10 . The system of  claim 9  further comprising a thermalcycler. 
     
     
         11 . The system of  claim 9  further comprising a magnetic sleeve vessel for engaging a pipette of the sample handling system.