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4. Overview
4.1 Introduction
This document is written for technicians who must configure the cobas c 111 interfaces in
the environment of a lab. Depending on the type of host system and workflows in the
laboratory, the cobas c 111 host interface offers a set of configurable features. The assigned
reader should have basic knowledge of laboratory terms and workflows.
To understand all the details of the cobas c 111 host interface it is important to know the
context of the LIS interface between the cobas c 111 and the host, e.g. a Laboratory
Information System.
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4.3 System Overview
Before discussing the host communication’s working principle, it is important to understand
the basic architecture of the system. This section provides an overview of the architecture
and discusses some specialized items of interest pertaining to the analytical system.
• The Sample Area is the place where the sample tubes are kept for processing.
• The Pipetting Unit is responsible for collecting the reagent and sample fluids, filling
them into the reaction cuvette and mixing of the various fluids.
• The LCD with a Touch Screen interface allows operator interaction with the system,
such as entering orders, displaying results and changing configuration settings.
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