Abbott Launches GLP Systems Track for Lab Automation in India

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Abbott, a renowned global healthcare leader, has launched an innovative automation solution, GLP systems track, to support laboratories' high-volume needs. In India, the world's most populous nation, the population is currently facing a rising chronic disease burden. 

As a result, the diagnostic sector is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 11% to 12% between 2021 and 2026. Abbott's proven cutting-edge technology offers more flexibility, enabling laboratories to optimize performance and efficiency to meet this growing demand.

In recent years, there has been an increased need for diagnostic laboratories, with up to 70% of medical decisions now dependent on lab test results. To address this, Abbott's GLP systems track has been designed to increase accessibility and quality of care by automating lab operations. This automation solution has been installed in prominent cities such as Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Srinagar.

Jamshyd Patravala, General Manager & Country Head - Diagnostics, Abbott India, stated, "To remain efficient and competitive, laboratories must elevate their capabilities to effectively manage changing conditions. Our total solution approach addresses every facet of the complex healthcare equation -- with automation at its heart. This can help increase testing capabilities, address the country's pressing health challenges, and create more sustainable operations."

With the launch of the GLP systems track, Abbott aims to balance quality of care and efficient use of resources. Across different care settings, depending on laboratory size and patient pool, this automation solution can handle bulk test tubes per day, removing at least 80% of manual steps and minimizing manual errors.

Moreover, the automation solution ensures lab workers' safety by minimizing contact with patient's blood samples and preventing exposure to biomedical waste. 

Dr. Sandip Shah, Joint Managing Director of Neuberg Group, said, "Abbott's GLP systems track offers a reliable solution to support efficient workflows. Its agile track design supports a wide range of laboratory layouts and provides flexibility in modifying tests in case of changing testing demands. Its simple interface and smart software architecture support operational efficiency, improving workflow and productivity and ensuring physicians receive critical results at the right time to guide clinical decision-making and better patient care."

Finally, scalable automation solutions such as GLP systems track improve end-to-end lab efficiency by streamlining workflow and simplifying sample management, thus improving the quality of service and contributing to a sustainable future while maintaining a small footprint.