Analysis System

Abstract

To provide an analysis system, with which it is possible to repeatedly analyze a sample without moving back and forth between a control computer and an analyzer.SOLUTION: In an analysis system 1 including analyzers 10, 20 and a control computer 40, the analyzers comprise an information input acceptance unit 30 for accepting input of information, encoded in a prescribed format, that specifies a method file, and an information transmit unit 23 for transmitting the information accepted by the information input acceptance unit to the control computer. The control computer comprises a storage unit 413 in which are stored a plurality of method files in which analysis conditions are described, a method file specification unit 423 for specifying a method file that corresponds to the information transmitted from the information transmit unit, an analysis condition setting unit 424 for setting the analysis conditions of the analyzers on the basis of the specified method file, and an analysis control unit 425 for controlling the operation of the analyzers on the basis of the analysis conditions.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an analytical system including an analytical device such as a chromatograph and a control computer that controls the operation of the analytical device. [Background technology]

[0002] Gas chromatographs are widely used for analysis, such as testing for pesticide residues in food (see, for example, Patent Document 1). The gas chromatograph is placed, for example, in an analysis room, and the control computer that controls its operation is placed in a separate control room. This control computer usually stores multiple method files in advance, each of which describes different analysis conditions depending on the type of sample and the purpose of analysis.

[0003] When analyzing a sample using a gas chromatograph, the analyst first selects a method file to be used for analyzing the sample on the control computer and sets the analysis conditions for the gas chromatograph, then places the sample in the gas chromatograph and commands the start of the analysis. Once the analysis starts, the control computer controls the gas chromatograph to analyze the sample according to the analysis conditions described in the selected method file. The analysis data of the sample obtained by the gas chromatograph is sent to the control computer and saved. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] International Publication No. 2017 / 072893 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] In conventional analytical systems, as described above, an analyst sets analytical conditions for a gas chromatograph using a control computer in a control room, and then sets samples in the gas chromatograph in the analysis room to perform the analysis. Therefore, when analyzing samples repeatedly, the analyst must go back and forth between the control computer in the control room and the gas chromatograph in the analysis room for each analysis, which is a hassle.

[0006] Although a gas chromatograph has been used as an example here, other analytical devices also have the same problems as described above.

[0007] The problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide an analytical system that can repeatedly analyze samples without having to move back and forth between a control computer and an analytical device, even if the control computer and the analytical device are located apart. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The present invention, which has been made to solve the above problems, provides an analysis system including an analysis device for analyzing a sample and a control computer that is capable of communicating with the analysis device, The analytical device an information input receiving unit that receives input of information that identifies a method file, the information being coded in a predetermined format; an information transmitting unit that transmits the information received by the information input receiving unit to the control computer; Equipped with The control computer a memory unit in which a plurality of method files describing analytical conditions are stored; a method file identifying unit that identifies a method file corresponding to the information transmitted from the information transmitting unit from among the plurality of method files; an analysis condition setting unit that sets analysis conditions for the analyzer based on the method file identified by the method file identifying unit; an analysis control unit that controls the operation of the analysis device based on the analysis conditions; Equipped with. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] In the analytical system according to the present invention, a plurality of method files are stored in advance in the storage unit of the control computer. In the analytical system according to the present invention, first, an analyst inputs information for identifying the method file, coded in a predetermined format, into the information input receiving unit. This predetermined format is, for example, a two-dimensional code. In this case, the information input reception The information input unit is a two-dimensional code reader. When the information input receiving unit receives input information, the information transmitting unit transmits the information to the control computer. When the control computer receives information from the information transmitting unit, it identifies a method file corresponding to the information from among multiple method files stored in the memory unit. Then, it sets analysis conditions for the analyzer based on the identified method file. After that, when the analyst instructs the start of analysis, the analysis control unit controls the operation of the analyzer based on the analysis conditions and performs sample analysis. In the analysis system according to the present invention, the analyst sets the analysis conditions for the analyzer simply by inputting information coded in a predetermined format into the analyzer. Therefore, even if the control computer and the analyzer are located far apart, sample analysis can be performed repeatedly without having to go back and forth between them. Furthermore, since the analyst does not need to operate the control computer himself, there is no risk of the analyst setting incorrect analysis conditions. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a main part of an analysis system equipped with a gas chromatograph, which is an embodiment of an analysis system according to the present invention. [Figure 2] 10 is an example of an analysis report created in the analysis system of the present embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] An embodiment of an analytical system according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. The analytical system 1 of this embodiment is broadly composed of a gas chromatograph unit and a control computer 40 that controls the operation of the gas chromatograph unit. The gas chromatograph unit includes a gas chromatograph main body 10 and a system controller 20, which are arranged in an analysis room together with other analytical devices. The control computer 40 is arranged in a control room. The system controller 20 and the control computer 40 can communicate with each other via a network.

[0012] As shown in FIG. 1, the gas chromatograph body 10 of this embodiment includes a sample vaporization chamber 11 that heats and vaporizes a liquid sample, an autosampler 12 that injects the liquid sample into the sample vaporization chamber 11, a column 13 that separates the sample components vaporized in the sample vaporization chamber 11, and a detector 14 that detects the components separated in the column 13. A carrier gas such as helium gas contained in a cylinder 15 is supplied to the sample vaporization chamber 11. The flow rate of the carrier gas is adjusted to a predetermined flow rate (or flow velocity) by a flow control unit (AFC) 16. The vaporized sample in the sample vaporization chamber 11 is carried by the flow of the carrier gas and introduced into the column 13. The column 13 is housed in a column oven 17 that is heated to a predetermined temperature.

[0013] The above-mentioned sample vaporization chamber 11, autosampler 12, detector 14, flow rate control unit 16, column oven 17, etc. are each unitized and are used in appropriate combinations depending on the sample characteristics and analytical purpose. These units are also connected to a system controller 20 and operate in response to control signals from the system controller 20. In this embodiment, the system controller 20 is also incorporated as one of the units that make up the gas chromatograph section.

[0014] In addition to a storage unit 21, the system controller 20 has functional blocks including a code information extraction unit 22, an information transmission unit 23, and an analysis data transmission unit 24. The system controller 20 also has a two-dimensional code reader 30. In this embodiment, the two-dimensional code reader 30 functions as an information input reception unit. Each functional block of the system controller 20 is pre-installed when the system controller is shipped. The system controller 20 also has a display unit 31 (which also functions as an input unit that performs appropriate input by touching a predetermined position on the screen) that is configured with a touch panel or the like.

[0015] In addition to a storage unit 41, the control computer 40 includes the following functional blocks: an analyst identification unit 421, a login processing unit 422, a method file identification unit 423, an analysis condition setting unit 424, an analysis control unit 425, an analysis unit 426, an analysis result output unit 427, a method file creation unit 428, and a consumables information update unit 429. The control computer 40 is actually a general personal computer, and each of the above functional blocks is realized by executing pre-installed analysis system software 42. An input unit 5 and a display unit 6 are also connected to the control computer 40.

[0016] The storage unit 41 includes an analyst information storage unit 411 , a compound database 412 , a method file storage unit 413 , and a consumables information storage unit 414 .

[0017] The identification information of analysts who are authorized in advance to analyze samples using a gas chromatograph is stored in the analyst information storage unit 411. The analyst identification information includes, for example, an identification number, company name, affiliation, and name.

[0018] The compound database 412 stores various information about a plurality of known compounds, including the name and classification (drug, metabolite, etc.) of each compound, measurement conditions (column type, column temperature, injection amount, injection method, carrier gas flow rate, detector usage conditions, etc.), calibration curve information, etc.

[0019] The method file memory unit 413 stores files (method files) containing information on the analysis conditions (analysis name, target compound, etc.) and analysis methods (chromatogram peak picking method, baseline correction method, etc.) used in sample analysis, in association with the method file's identification information (identification number, file name, etc.).

[0020] The consumables information storage unit 414 stores information about each consumable used in the gas chromatograph main body 10, such as the name of the consumable, the identification number, the location where it is used, and the replacement date.

[0021] Next, the operation of the analysis system 1 of this embodiment will be described.

[0022] First, the analyst holds up the two-dimensional code printed on his / her employee ID card or other ID card to the two-dimensional code reader. This two-dimensional code contains a code indicating that the two-dimensional code is the analyst's identification number and the analyst's identification number information. Next When the original code is held up, the code information extraction unit 22 reads the analyst's identification information from the two-dimensional code. Then, the information transmission unit 23 transmits the identification information to the control computer 40. Of course, the medium for displaying the two-dimensional code may be a paper medium other than an employee ID card, or the screen of an electronic device such as a smartphone.

[0023] In the control computer 40, the analyst identification unit 421 operates based on the fact that the information received from the information transmission unit 23 contains a code corresponding to the analyst's identification number. The analyst identification unit 421 compares the received identification number with the analyst's identification information stored in the analyst information storage unit 411.

[0024] If the received analyst identification number exists in the analyst information storage unit 411, the login processing unit 422 then executes login processing by the analyst and notifies the system controller 20 of the completion of the processing. Upon receiving the notification, the system controller 20 displays a message such as "Login processing by *** (analyst name) has been completed" on the display unit 31. Once the analyst's login processing is complete, the method file identification unit 423, analysis condition setting unit 424, analysis control unit 425, analysis unit 426, analysis result output unit 427, method file creation unit 428, and consumables information update unit 429 become capable of performing the operations described below.

[0025] After the login process, the analyst sequentially places multiple vials containing samples to be analyzed into the autosampler 12. Each vial used in this embodiment has a two-dimensional code printed on it. This two-dimensional code contains a symbol indicating that the two-dimensional code relates to a method file and identification information for the method file (such as an identification number or file name). When the analyst holds the two-dimensional code on the vial over the two-dimensional code reader 30, the code information extraction unit 22 reads the identification information for the method file from the two-dimensional code. The information transmission unit 23 then transmits the identification information to the control computer 40.

[0026] In the control computer 40, the method file identification unit 423 operates based on the fact that the information received from the information transmission unit 23 includes a code corresponding to the method file. The method file identification unit 423 reads out the method file corresponding to the identification information of the method file received from the information transmission unit 23 from among the method files stored in the method file storage unit 413.

[0027] Once the method file is identified, the analytical condition setting unit 424 reads out information about analytical conditions contained in the method file. In this embodiment, the information about analytical conditions includes the name of the target compound, and the analytical condition setting unit 424 reads out information about the measurement conditions for that compound from the compound database 412 to set analytical conditions for the sample.

[0028] Reading the vial identification information, specifying the method file, and setting the analysis conditions are repeated every time the analyst holds the vial over the two-dimensional code reader 30. 2D code 2D Code Reader 30 in After reading and setting in the autosampler 12, when the "Sample setting complete" button displayed on the display unit 31 of the system controller 20 is pressed, the information transmission unit 23 notifies the control computer 40 that the button has been pressed.

[0029] In the control computer 40, the analytical condition setting unit 424 tallies the number of samples for which analytical condition settings have been accepted up to that point, and notifies the system controller 20. The system controller 20 displays the received number of samples on the display unit 31. The analyst confirms that the number of vials he or she has set in the autosampler 12 matches the number of samples displayed on the display unit 31, and presses the "OK" button. The system controller 20 notifies the control computer 40 that the "OK" button has been pressed.

[0030] When the control computer receives the above notification, it sets an analysis sequence in the order in which the analysis conditions are set, creates a batch file for executing the analysis sequence, and saves it in the storage unit 41. After saving of the batch file is complete, it sends a notification to the system controller 20 that analysis preparation is complete.

[0031] When the system controller 20 receives the notification that preparation for analysis is complete, it displays a "Start Measurement" button on the display unit 31. When the user presses this button, the system controller 20 sends a notification to the control computer 40 that analysis has started.

[0032] Upon receiving the notification of the start of analysis, the analysis control unit 425 sequentially transmits control signals for controlling the analytical operation of the gas chromatograph unit to the system controller 20 based on the batch file stored in the memory unit 41, and analyzes the samples in sequence. After the start of sample analysis, the acquired analytical data is sequentially transmitted from the analysis data transmission unit 24 to the control computer 40 and stored in the memory unit 41.

[0033] When the analysis of all samples is complete, the analysis unit 426 performs analysis for each sample based on the analysis method described in the method file. For example, baseline processing is performed on the chromatogram acquired by the gas chromatograph unit to perform peak picking. Then, information required for analysis of the compounds described in the method file is read from the compound database 412. The information required for analysis includes, for example, the retention time of the compound and calibration curve information (information indicating the correspondence between the peak area and the amount of the compound). The analysis unit 426 sequentially analyzes the analysis data stored in the storage unit 41. This completes the analysis of the sample and a series of processes related to the analysis.

[0034] After completing all sample analyses, the analyst moves to the control computer 40, specifies the sample for which analysis has been completed, and instructs the output of an analysis report. The analysis result output unit 427 then generates a two-dimensional code containing the analysis results for that sample, as well as information about the analysis conditions and analysis method for that sample, i.e., the contents of the method file. When the analyst instructs printing, the two-dimensional code is printed on paper along with the analysis results. The analysis results output in the analysis report may include, for example, a chromatogram obtained in the analysis, an enlarged view of the peaks of the target compounds contained in the chromatogram, the area values of the peaks, and the quantitative values of the compounds. Alternatively, the two-dimensional code may be displayed on the screen of the display unit 6, allowing the analyst to photograph the two-dimensional code using a portable device (such as a smartphone or tablet).

[0035] Furthermore, in addition to the two-dimensional code of the method file information described in the above embodiment, the analysis report may also include a two-dimensional code of the gas chromatograph unit's environmental settings (such as whether or not to use the gas save mode when analysis is not being performed, and the time until transition to standby mode after analysis is completed). By printing the environmental settings as a two-dimensional code and holding it over the two-dimensional code reader of the system controller of another gas chromatograph unit, the environmental settings can be easily transferred to another analysis system. Figure 2 shows an example of an analysis report. The items and layout output in the analysis report can be changed as needed. Alternatively, the analyst may display the two-dimensional code on a portable terminal and hold it over the two-dimensional code reader of the system controller of another gas chromatograph unit.

[0036] In an analytical system including another gas chromatograph having a similar configuration to that described above, when a two-dimensional code output in the same manner as described above is held up to the two-dimensional code reader 30 of the system controller 20, the code information extraction unit 22 reads the information and transmits it from the information transmission unit 23 to the control computer 40.

[0037] In the control computer 40, the method file creation unit 428 operates based on the fact that the information received from the information transmission unit 23 includes a code corresponding to the contents of the method file. The method file creation unit 428 creates a new method file that describes the analysis conditions and analysis method received from the information transmission unit 23. Then, upon confirming that a method file describing the same analysis conditions and analysis method does not exist in the method file storage unit 413, the created new method file is stored in the method file storage unit 413. Here, an example has been described in which a new method file is added when one or more method files are already stored in the method file storage unit 413. However, it is also possible to transfer a method file being used in another analysis system to a new analysis system (an analysis system in which no method files are stored in the method file storage unit 413).

[0038] In the analysis system 1 of this embodiment, two-dimensional codes are also used to manage consumable information. There are various types of consumables used in the gas chromatograph main body 10, such as glass inserts and septa used in injectors, columns, syringes used in autosamplers, and collectors used in flame ionization detectors (FIDs). Since failure to replace these consumables will prevent accurate analysis, the replacement period for each consumable is often managed.

[0039] In the analysis system 1 of this embodiment, each consumable is affixed with a two-dimensional code that compiles a code indicating that the information is about the consumable, as well as information about the consumable, such as the name of the consumable, its identification number, and where it is used. When an analyst holds the two-dimensional code attached to the consumable over the two-dimensional code reader 30 when replacing the consumable, the code information extraction unit 22 extracts the information, and the information transmission unit 23 transmits it to the control computer 40.

[0040] In the control computer 40, the consumables information update unit 429 operates based on the fact that the information received from the information transmission unit 23 includes a code corresponding to the consumables. The consumables information update unit 429 reads the information about the consumables received from the information transmission unit 23 from the consumables information storage unit 414 and updates the information about the replacement dates of the consumables. Gas chromatographs and liquid chromatographs use a wide variety of consumables, and it is cumbersome for an analyst to manage all of the information, such as their replacement times, and accurate management is also difficult. In contrast, in the analysis system 1 of this embodiment, consumables information can be easily managed by simply holding the two-dimensional code attached to the consumables over the two-dimensional code reader 30.

[0041] The above embodiment is merely an example and can be modified as appropriate within the spirit of the present invention. In the above embodiment, the parameter value (or information including the parameter value) is displayed as a two-dimensional code that the user reads using an application (two-dimensional code reader) on a portable terminal, but other output formats can also be used. For example, an RFID tag can be placed at a predetermined position near the touch panel, and information can be output to the RFID tag, which the user can read using an application (RFID reader) on a portable terminal.

[0042] Furthermore, although the above embodiment is a gas chromatograph, the same configuration as above can also be suitably used in a liquid chromatograph, which is configured by combining various units like a gas chromatograph. Of course, the same configuration as the above embodiment can also be applied to analytical devices other than chromatographs.

[0043] Furthermore, by preparing two-dimensional codes corresponding to instructions such as stopping the analysis during execution, pausing it to interrupt and analyze another sample, or adding the analysis of a new sample after the analysis has started, it is possible to change the control content of the analytical device by the control computer 40 by holding these codes over the analyzer.

[0044] [Aspect] It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the exemplary embodiments described above are examples of the following aspects.

[0045] (Section 1) Analysis according to one embodiment system An analytical system including an analytical device for analyzing a sample and a control computer that is capable of communicating with the analytical device, The analytical device an information input receiving unit that receives input of information that identifies a method file, the information being coded in a predetermined format; an information transmitting unit that transmits the information received by the information input receiving unit to the control computer; Equipped with The control computer a memory unit in which a plurality of method files describing analytical conditions are stored; a method file identifying unit that identifies a method file corresponding to the information transmitted from the information transmitting unit from among the plurality of method files; an analysis condition setting unit that sets analysis conditions for the analyzer based on the method file identified by the method file identifying unit; an analysis control unit that controls the operation of the analysis device based on the analysis conditions; Equipped with.

[0046] In the analysis system described in paragraph 1, control A plurality of method files are stored in advance in the memory of the computer. As described in paragraph 1 In the analytical system, the analyst first inputs information that identifies the method file, coded in a predetermined format. reception The predetermined format is, for example, a two-dimensional code. reception The information input unit is a two-dimensional code reader. When the information input receiving unit receives input information, the information transmitting unit transmits the information to the control computer. When the control computer receives information from the information transmitting unit, it identifies a method file corresponding to the information from among multiple method files stored in the memory unit. Then, it sets analysis conditions for the analyzer based on the identified method file. After that, when the analyst instructs the start of analysis, the analysis control unit controls the operation of the analyzer based on the analysis conditions and performs sample analysis. In the analysis system according to the present invention, the analyst sets the analysis conditions for the analyzer simply by inputting information coded in a predetermined format into the analyzer. Therefore, even if the control computer and the analyzer are located far apart, sample analysis can be performed repeatedly without having to go back and forth between them. Furthermore, since the analyst does not need to operate the control computer himself, there is no risk of the analyst setting incorrect analysis conditions.

[0047] (Section 2) 2. The analytical system according to claim 1, The method file stored in the storage unit further includes an analysis method of It contains information The storage unit further stores a compound database, The analysis device further comprises: an analysis data transmission unit that transmits analysis data to the control computer; Equipped with The control computer further The analysis data transmitted from the analysis data transmission unit An analysis unit that analyzes using the analysis method described in the method file specified by the method file specifying unit , referring to the compound database The method file includes an analysis unit that analyzes the compounds described in the method file.

[0048] In the analytical system described in paragraph 2, the analyst can analyze analytical data without operating the control computer.

[0049] (Section 3) 3. The analytical system according to claim 2, The control computer further The apparatus is provided with an analysis result output unit that outputs the results of the analysis performed by the analysis unit, the analysis conditions used in the analysis of the sample, and the analysis method used in the analysis, coded in a predetermined format.

[0050] (Section 4) 4. The analytical system according to claim 3, the information input receiving unit further receives input of information on analysis conditions and / or analysis methods coded in a predetermined format; The control computer further The method file creating unit creates a method file that describes the accepted analysis conditions and / or analysis method and stores it in the storage unit.

[0051] In the analytical systems described in paragraphs 3 and 4, a method file describing new analytical conditions and / or analytical methods can be easily created by reading the code output by the analysis result output unit into the information input receiving unit, and the method file can be stored in the memory unit of the control computer.

[0052] (Section 5) In the analysis system according to any one of items 1 to 4, Information identifying the method file, coded in the predetermined format, is displayed on the sample container.

[0053] In the analytical system described in paragraph 5, by displaying a code on a sample container such as a vial that is set in an autosampler, etc., the task of setting the sample container and the task of reading in the specified code can be performed as a series of tasks, and all information identifying the method file can be read in without omission.

[0054] (Section 6) Section 5 In the analysis system described in The information displayed on the sample container further includes information about the attributes of the sample.

[0055] In the analysis system described in paragraph 6, the analysis data and analysis results of a sample can be associated with the attributes of the sample (type of standard sample or actual sample, customer name, sample number, etc.).

[0056] (Section 7) 7. The analysis system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, the information input receiving unit further receives input of information for identifying an analyst, the information being coded in a predetermined format; the storage unit further stores identification information relating to a plurality of analysts; The control computer further an analyst identification unit that identifies an analyst corresponding to the information transmitted from the information transmission unit from among the plurality of analysts; a login processing unit that executes a login process to the control computer by the analyst identified by the analysis identification unit; The analysis condition setting unit and the analysis control unit operate in response to the login process.

[0057] In the analysis system described in paragraph 7, an analyst can log in to the control computer without going to the control computer, and the control computer can be prevented from being operated by anyone other than an analyst who has been authorized in advance.

[0058] (Section 8) In the analysis system according to any one of items 1 to 7, The storage unit further stores consumable product information including information on the types and replacement times of consumable products used in the analyzer, the information input receiving unit reads information, coded in a predetermined format, from a consumables display unit that displays information specifying the type of consumables; The control computer further The electronic device further includes a consumables information update unit that identifies the type of consumables based on the information read from the consumables display unit and updates information on the replacement timing of the consumables included in the consumables information.

[0059] In the analysis system described in paragraph 8, when a consumable item is replaced, the consumable item information is updated simply by reading the code provided on the consumable item, so the analyst does not need to update the consumable item information himself.

[0060] (Section 9) In the analytical system according to any one of items 1 to 8, the analytical device is a chromatograph.

[0061] The analytical system described in paragraph 9 can be suitably used as an analytical system for performing analyses using a chromatograph, in which the compounds to be analyzed and the analytical conditions vary for each sample, and the analytical method often varies for each such compound. [Explanation of symbols]

[0062] 1. Analysis system 10...Gas chromatograph main body 11...Sample vaporization chamber 12...Autosampler 13...Column 14...Detector 15...Cylinder 16...Flow control section 17...Column oven 20...System controller 21...Storage section 22...Code information extraction unit 23...Information transmission unit 24...Analysis data transmission section 30...2D code reader 31...Display section 40...Control computer 41...Storage section 411…Analyst information storage unit 412...Compound database 413...Method file storage section 414…Consumables information storage unit 42...Analysis system software 421…Analyst Identification Department 422...Login processing section 423...Method file identification section 424…Analysis condition setting section 425...Analysis control unit 426…Analysis Department 427...Analysis result output section 428...Method file creation section 429…Consumables information update department

Claims

1. An analytical system including an analytical device disposed in an analytical room for analyzing samples, and a control computer disposed in a control room separate from the analytical room and capable of communicating with the analytical device, The analytical device an information input receiving unit that receives input of information that identifies a method file, the information being coded in a predetermined format; an information transmitting unit that transmits the information received by the information input receiving unit to the control computer; an input unit that receives an input to start the analysis; Equipped with The control computer a memory unit in which a plurality of method files describing analytical conditions are stored; a method file identifying unit that identifies a method file corresponding to the information transmitted from the information transmitting unit from among the plurality of method files; an analysis condition setting unit that sets analysis conditions for the analyzer based on the method file identified by the method file identifying unit; an analysis control unit that receives input to the input unit, controls the operation of the analysis device based on the analysis conditions, and executes the analysis; An analysis system comprising:

2. the method file stored in the storage unit further includes information on an analysis method, and the storage unit further stores a compound database; The analysis device further comprises: an analysis data transmission unit that transmits analysis data to the control computer; Equipped with The control computer further an analysis unit that analyzes the analysis data transmitted from the analysis data transmission unit, the analysis unit using an analysis method described in the method file identified by the method file identification unit and analyzing the compounds described in the method file by referring to the compound database; The analytical system of claim 1 , comprising:

3. The control computer further an analysis result output unit that outputs the results of the analysis performed by the analysis unit, the analysis conditions used in the analysis of the sample, and the analysis method used in the analysis, coded in a predetermined format; The analytical system of claim 2 , comprising:

4. the information input receiving unit further receives input of information on analysis conditions and / or analysis methods coded in a predetermined format; The control computer further a method file creation unit that creates a method file describing the accepted analysis conditions and / or analysis method and stores the file in the storage unit; The analysis system of claim 3 , comprising:

5. 5. The analytical system according to claim 1, wherein the information for identifying the method file, coded in the predetermined format, is displayed on a sample container.

6. The analytical system according to claim 5 , wherein the information displayed on the sample container further includes information about the attributes of the sample.

7. the information input receiving unit further receives input of information for identifying an analyst, the information being coded in a predetermined format; the storage unit further stores identification information relating to a plurality of analysts; The control computer further an analyst identification unit that identifies an analyst corresponding to the information transmitted from the information transmission unit from among the plurality of analysts; a login processing unit that executes a login process to the control computer by the analyst identified by the analyst identification unit; 7. The analysis system according to claim 1, wherein the analysis condition setting section and the analysis control section operate in response to the login process.

8. The storage unit further stores consumable product information including information on the types and replacement times of consumable products used in the analyzer, the information input receiving unit reads information, coded in a predetermined format, from a consumables display unit that displays information specifying the type of consumables; The control computer further a consumables information updating section that identifies the type of consumables based on the information read from the consumables display section and updates information on the replacement timing of the consumables included in the consumables information; The analysis system according to claim 1 , comprising:

9. The analytical system according to claim 1 , wherein the analytical device is a chromatograph.

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