Automated Analysis System

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an autoanalyzer and autoanalysis system with improved convenience for the user. To that end, the present invention includes a first autoanalyzer that is provided with a storage unit for storing a sample used for calibration or quality management, and a second autoanalyzer; the first autoanalyzer comprises a first analysis unit which performs analysis using the sample stored in the storage unit, and an ejection unit which ejects the sample stored in the storage unit, and the second autoanalyzer has a second analysis unit which performs analysis using the sample ejected by the ejection unit.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an automatic analyzer and an automatic analysis system configured with a plurality of automatic analyzers. [Background technology]

[0002] In conventional general automatic analyzers, prior to measuring general samples, an operator must perform calibration and quality control measurements at an appropriate frequency and confirm that the results are appropriate. Therefore, there is a growing demand for automation of calibration and quality control in order to reduce the operator's workload related to calibration and quality control. In response to this demand, an automatic analyzer equipped with an auto QC unit for automatically performing calibration or quality control has been proposed, as in Patent Document 1. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-24691 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, the auto QC unit of the automatic analyzer described in Patent Document 1 and elsewhere is designed to store samples used for calibration or quality control within its own analyzer, and is not intended to store samples used for calibration or quality control within other analyzers. However, in recent years, the types and layouts of analyzers have become more diverse, making it difficult for an auto QC unit dedicated to a specific analyzer to contribute to improving user convenience.

[0005] An object of the present invention is to provide an automatic analyzer and an automatic analysis system that improve user convenience. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention includes a first automatic analyzer having a storage unit for storing samples used for calibration or quality control, and a second automatic analyzer, wherein the first automatic analyzer has a first analysis unit that performs analysis using the samples stored in the storage unit and a discharge unit that discharges the samples stored in the storage unit, and the second automatic analyzer has a second analysis unit that performs analysis using the samples discharged to the discharge unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present invention, an automatic analyzer and an automatic analysis system that improve user convenience can be provided. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] Layout diagram showing the overall configuration of an automatic analysis system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer according to Example 1 [Figure 3a] An example of the sample registration screen [Figure 3b] An example of the setting screen for preparing samples with the auto QC unit [Figure 4a] An example of the output destination setting screen for racks carrying QC samples [Figure 4b] An example of the manual setting screen for the destination [Figure 5] Schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer according to Example 2 [Figure 6a] An example of the sample discharge timing setting screen [Figure 6b] An example of the manual discharge timing setting screen [Figure 7] Schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer according to Example 3 [Figure 8a] An example of a screen notifying completion of sample measurement and the line for discharging the sample. [Figure 8b] An example of a screen notifying the completion of sample measurement and the time for sample discharge [Figure 9a]Example screen showing sample storage positions in the auto QC unit [Figure 9b] Example of an error notification screen [Figure 10] Example of a screen showing the disposal settings for samples stored in the auto QC unit [Figure 11a] Graph showing the measurement results of samples used on multiple automated analyzers [Figure 11b] Example of a screen that notifies fluctuations in measurement values [Figure 12] An example of the approval screen for the results measured by each automated analyzer DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, an automatic analyzer for clinical testing and an automatic analysis system configured with a plurality of automatic analyzers will be described as embodiments of the present invention with reference to the drawings.

[0010] First, an automatic analysis system made up of a plurality of automatic analysis devices will be described with reference to Fig. 1. Fig. 1 is a layout diagram showing the overall configuration of the automatic analysis system according to this embodiment.

[0011] 1, in addition to the automatic analyzer 111, automatic analyzers 112 and 113 are installed in the automatic analysis area 101. Note that although the automatic analysis area 101 in FIG. 1 also shows a supply shelf 109, a workbench 110, and an autonomous moving body 102, these are not essential, and for example, the autonomous moving body 102 is used only in some of the embodiments described below.

[0012] In each automatic analyzer, operations are performed in the following order to quantitatively analyze a specific component contained in a biological sample such as blood.

[0013] (1) Starting up the equipment Necessary preparatory operations such as routine maintenance are carried out.

[0014] (2) Calibration Several types of standard samples with known concentrations of the components to be analyzed are measured, and a relationship equation (calibration curve) between the concentration of the components to be analyzed and the signal amount obtained as a measurement result is created. This calibration operation is performed, for example, at intervals of about one month.

[0015] (3) Quality Control measurement (QC measurement) Multiple types of quality control samples with known concentration ranges of the analyte components are measured, and the concentrations are calculated using a calibration curve. By checking whether the calculated concentrations are within the known concentration range, it is confirmed that the calibration curve created during calibration is appropriate. This QC measurement is performed, for example, three times a day.

[0016] (4) General specimen measurement A sample containing an unknown concentration of the analyte is measured, and the concentration is calculated using the calibration curve.

[0017] (5) Shutdown of the device Necessary shutdown work, such as cleaning and inspection, is carried out.

[0018] Among these tasks, automating the calibration and quality control work, i.e., introducing auto QC, can reduce the workload on operators and achieve highly reliable calibration and quality control.

[0019] The automatic analyzer 111 is an automatic analyzer (first automatic analyzer) equipped with an automatic QC unit, and includes a first analysis unit 103, a second analysis unit 104, a control unit 105, an input / output unit 106, and an automatic QC unit 107 (storage unit). The input / output unit 106 allows samples to be input and output. The automatic QC unit 107 automatically prepares and stores samples so that they can be used for calibration or quality control, or simply stores samples used for calibration or quality control. For example, a QC sample prepared and stored in the automatic QC unit 107 is transported to the first analysis unit 103 or the second analysis unit 104, used for QC measurement, and then transported back to the automatic QC unit 107 for storage.

[0020] On the other hand, the automatic analyzers 112 and 113 are automatic analyzers (second automatic analyzers) that do not have an auto QC unit due to considerations of installation space and cost. The automatic analyzer 112 includes a control unit 115 and an analysis unit 117 (second analysis unit), and the automatic analyzer 113 includes a control unit 116 and an analysis unit 118 (second analysis unit), but these have smaller and simpler configurations than the automatic analyzer 111. The automatic analyzers 112 and 113 cannot prepare and store standard samples or QC samples themselves, and therefore use the auto QC unit 107 of the automatic analyzer 111, which is another device. Below, a method for making the standard samples and QC samples prepared and stored by the automatic analyzer 111 available to the automatic analyzer 112 and the automatic analyzer 113 will be described based on several embodiments. [Example]

[0021] Example 1 will be described with reference to Figures 2 to 4b. Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer 111 according to Example 1, Figure 3a is an example of a sample registration screen, and Figure 3b is an example of a setting screen for preparing a sample with an auto QC unit 107.

[0022] 2, the automatic analyzer 111 includes an auto QC unit 107, a first analysis section 108, a sample inlet 201, a first discharge line 202, and a second discharge line 203. Here, the first analysis section 108 corresponds to the first analysis unit 103 and the second analysis unit 104 in FIG. 1, and the sample inlet 201, the first discharge line 202, and the second discharge line 203 correspond to the inlet / discharge section 106 in FIG. 1.

[0023] In addition to general samples, samples such as standard samples and QC samples (hereinafter referred to as QC samples) are input by an operator (user) into the sample inlet 201. For example, a general sample input into the sample inlet 201 is transported to the first analysis unit 108, used for analysis in the first analysis unit 108, and then transported to the first discharge line 202. A QC sample input into the sample inlet 201 is transported to the auto QC unit 107 or the second discharge line 203.

[0024] Of the QC samples prepared and stored in auto QC unit 107, some are transported to second discharge line 203 to be provided to auto analyzer 112 or auto analyzer 113, and the other are transported to first analysis section 108 to be used for QC measurement, etc. Furthermore, when a QC sample used for QC measurement, etc. in first analysis section 108 is to be stored again, the QC sample is transported again to auto QC unit 107.

[0025] In this way, the auto QC unit 107 of the automatic analyzer 111 can store not only QC samples used by the automatic analyzer 111 itself, but also QC samples used by other automatic analyzers. Therefore, the user can register in advance the destination of each sample prepared and stored in the auto QC unit 107 using the control unit 105. Furthermore, if there is a sample storage location other than the auto QC unit 107 (e.g., refrigerator 1), the storage location and the destination automatic analyzer may be set for each sample, as shown in FIG. 3a. Note that FIG. 3a displays a list of registered samples, and it is possible to change the registered contents, add new samples, delete samples, etc. using an edit button (not shown) or the like.

[0026] Furthermore, the operator can appropriately set the preparation and storage method of the QC sample in the auto QC unit 107 on the screen shown in Figure 3b. Figure 3b displays the preparation and storage method that has been set for each sample, and the set contents can be changed using an edit button (not shown). In addition to being set by the user, the setting can also be automatically input by a reading device reading a barcode, IC chip, RFID, or the like attached to the sample container.

[0027] As shown in Figure 3b, information such as the sample name, lot number, expiration date, storage temperature, storage format, and mixing method, as well as the type of dissolving solution, amount of dissolving solution added, and dissolution date, are displayed on the screen of the control unit 105 or auto QC unit 107 and stored in the memory of the control unit 105. The storage format can be selected from vials, test tubes, etc. The type of dissolving solution used for preparation can be selected from system water used in the automated analyzer, dissolving solution sold as a set, water provided by an autonomous mobile device or separately by the user, water installed for QC samples, etc. The mixing method for QC samples can be selected from pipetting using a stirring rod or disposable tips, mixing by inversion, etc.

[0028] In this embodiment, the destination of the general samples used for analysis in the first analysis unit 108 of the automatic analyzer 111 and the destination of the QC samples used for QC measurement in the second analysis unit of the automatic analyzer 112 or the automatic analyzer 113 are separate locations. This allows the target samples to be easily removed. The subject removing the samples may be a user such as an operator, or an autonomous mobile body such as a robot or an automatic transport device. In the case where the operator removes the general samples and the autonomous mobile body removes the QC samples, the first discharge line 202, which is the destination of the general samples, may be configured exclusively for the operator, and the second discharge line 203, which is the destination of the QC samples, may be configured exclusively for the autonomous mobile body.

[0029] Furthermore, this embodiment is based on the assumption that the second discharge line 203 is configured to discharge not only QC samples used in the automatic analyzer 112, but also QC samples used in the automatic analyzer 113, but it is also possible to discharge the QC samples used in each automatic analyzer to separate discharge lines.

[0030] Furthermore, in this embodiment, samples are automatically discharged to different discharge lines depending on the type and destination of the sample, but the details of the discharge method can also be set by the user as appropriate. Figure 4a is an example of a discharge destination setting screen for a rack carrying QC samples, and Figure 4b is an example of a manual setting screen for the discharge destination.

[0031] On the discharge destination setting screen shown in Figure 4a, the discharge method can be selected using multiple radio buttons. For example, when the First Discharge Line Priority button 301 is selected, the sample is preferentially discharged to the first discharge line 202. Similarly, when the Second Discharge Line Priority button 302 is selected, the sample is preferentially discharged to the second discharge line 203. When the No Designation button 303 is selected, the sample is discharged to an available discharge line or a discharge line that suits the device's status. When the Manual Setting button 304 is selected, the manual setting screen shown in Figure 4b is displayed, allowing the user to individually set the discharge destination for each sample. [Example]

[0032] Example 2 will be described with reference to Figures 5 to 6b. Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer 111 according to Example 2. In Example 1, the type of specimen and the destination of the specimen are separated for each discharge line, but in Example 2, specimens are discharged to discharge lines at different times depending on the type of specimen and the destination of the specimen.

[0033] As shown in FIG. 5 , the automated analyzer 111 according to the second embodiment includes an auto QC unit 107, a first analysis section 108, a sample inlet 201, and a discharge line 401. Unlike the first embodiment, the second embodiment has only one discharge line. Therefore, in this embodiment, the time period during which QC samples used for QC measurement by the automated analyzer 112 or the automated analyzer 113 are discharged is shifted from the time period during which general samples used for analysis by the automated analyzer 111 are discharged. For example, the auto QC unit 107 discharges QC samples onto the discharge line 401 at 7:00, and the first analysis section 108 discharges general samples onto the discharge line 401 at 8:00. This facilitates the removal of each sample even when the number of discharge lines is limited due to layout constraints on the device.

[0034] The sample discharge timing can be appropriately set by the user using the control unit 105. Fig. 6a is an example of a sample discharge timing setting screen, and Fig. 6b is an example of a manual discharge timing setting screen.

[0035] On the discharge timing setting screen shown in FIG. 6a, the discharge timing can be selected using multiple radio buttons. For example, when the QC Sample Priority button 501 is selected, a mode is set in which QC samples are discharged before general samples. Similarly, when the General Sample Priority button 502 is selected, a mode is set in which general samples are discharged before QC samples. When the No Designation button 503 is selected, samples are discharged in the order in which they are measured or in any order. When the Manual Setting button 504 is selected, the manual setting screen shown in FIG. 6b is displayed, allowing the user to individually set the discharge time for each sample. Note that instead of specifying the discharge time for each sample, the discharge order may also be specified. [Example]

[0036] Example 3 will be described with reference to Figure 7. Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of an automatic analyzer 111 according to Example 3. In Example 1, the first discharge line 202 and the second discharge line 203, which are basically intended for the automatic analyzer itself, are also used as appropriate discharge destinations for QC samples to be transported to other automatic analyzers. In contrast, in Example 3, the first discharge line 202 and the second discharge line 203 are used as discharge lines dedicated to general samples (general sample discharge sections), and a separate other-device discharge section 603 is provided, which is a dedicated line for transport to and from other automatic analyzers. This example further facilitates the extraction of QC samples intended for the automatic analyzer 112 or 113. [Example]

[0037] Example 4 will be described using Figures 8a and 8b. Figure 8a is an example of a screen notifying completion of sample measurement and the line to which the sample will be discharged. As shown in Figure 8a, when sample measurement is completed, a measurement completion message is displayed on the display unit of the control unit 105 or auto QC unit 107, along with information indicating which discharge line each sample will be discharged to. By checking this screen, the user can know the discharge position of the sample they want to take out.

[0038] Figure 8b is an example of a screen notifying the completion of sample measurement and the sample discharge time. When samples are discharged at different time periods for the same discharge line, information indicating which sample will be discharged in each time period is output to the display unit, as shown in Figure 8b. By checking this screen, the user can know the discharge timing of the sample they want to take out. [Example]

[0039] In the fifth embodiment, the automatic analyzer 111 detects whether the specimen discharged into the discharge line has actually been removed. The subject that removes the specimen may be a user, an autonomous moving body, or an automatic transport device.

[0040] One possible method for detecting that a sample has been removed is to install a barcode reader capable of reading the sample rack number at the end of the lane of the discharge line. Alternatively, it is also possible to physically detect that a sample rack has been pulled out from the end of the lane of the discharge line. Examples of physical detection methods include the operation of a spring or lever, or the use of an infrared sensor. Even when physical detection is used, the sample racks lined up in the lane are known by the software of the automatic analyzer 111, so it is possible to know which rack is being removed. [Example]

[0041] In Example 6, an autonomous mobile object 102 equipped with an auto QC unit transports a QC sample to an automatic analyzer 112 or the like that does not have an auto QC unit. The autonomous mobile object 102 of this example accesses the discharge line of the automatic analyzer 111 to extract a QC sample, and then travels by itself to input the QC sample into the automatic analyzer 112 or the automatic analyzer 113. It can also transport a QC sample that has been stored in advance in its own refrigerator and input it into the automatic analyzer 112 or the like. [Example]

[0042] In Example 7, a charging unit capable of charging the battery of the autonomous moving body 102 is provided in the automatic analyzer. This eliminates the need to provide a dedicated space for a charging port or the like for the autonomous moving body 102 within the automatic analysis area 101. The charging unit may be installed in any automatic analyzer. [Example]

[0043] In the eighth embodiment, security and hardware safety are improved when accessing the discharge line of the automatic analyzer 111. For example, the structure is such that physical connection is not possible if the shapes of the connection parts of the automatic analyzer 111 and the autonomous mobile body 102 do not match. Alternatively, a shutter that can be unlocked with a mechanical key or electronic key is provided, so that only authenticated autonomous mobile bodies 102 can connect. Note that when an operator accesses the automatic analyzer 111, authentication may be performed using an IC card that stores the operator's unique ID, or authentication may be performed using a passcode. [Example]

[0044] In Example 9, the container shape (lid, bottle, etc.) and opening method are recognized and recorded in advance for each type of sample for QC samples prepared in the auto QC unit 107 of the automatic analyzer 111. This allows the sample to be prepared and stored simply by inserting the unopened sample into the input line of the automatic analyzer 111. Note that the container shape can be recognized, for example, by 3D scanning. [Example]

[0045] Example 10 will be described with reference to Figures 9a and 9b. Figure 9a is an example of a screen showing the sample storage position in auto QC unit 107. As shown in Figure 9a, the remaining amount and opening status of each sample prepared and stored in auto QC unit 107 are displayed, which can assist the user in managing sample inventory. The remaining amount and opening status of the sample can be determined by detecting the liquid level and the presence or absence of foreign matter using, for example, an infrared sensor or a liquid level detection sensor.

[0046] FIG. 9b is an example of a screen that notifies an error. If any of the samples in the auto QC unit 107 has passed its expiration date or is low in quantity, an error message like the one shown in FIG. 9b is output. At this time, the sample that is the subject of the error and its storage position are also output. Furthermore, for example, if a sample that should be liquid contains a solid, the possibility of a foreign object may be notified. In this way, if the possibility of a foreign object is suggested, remixing may be performed automatically. [Example]

[0047] Example 11 will be described with reference to FIG. 10. FIG. 10 is an example of a screen for setting the disposal of samples stored in the auto QC unit 107. As shown in FIG. 10, it is possible to set the minimum remaining amount, whether to discard, and the disposal location for each sample. The minimum standard remaining amount is a standard for discarding samples when the remaining amount falls below that amount. The "yes" setting for "yes" is set when the automatic disposal setting by the automatic analyzer is ON. Disposal is not limited to being performed by a user; it can also be performed by an autonomous mobile entity such as a robot, or the automatic analyzer can itself dispose of samples in a trash can provided alongside it. If there are multiple possible disposal locations, it is also possible to specify where to discard the samples.

[0048] The disposal settings are made in advance by the user and saved in the memory of the control unit 105, but the settings can also be changed after they are made. It may also be possible to set the disposal method, such as biological sample waste or plastic waste. Furthermore, when disposal is performed, the date of disposal, the disposal method, the remaining inventory, etc. may be recorded or displayed. [Example]

[0049] Example 12 will be described using Figures 11a and 11b. Figure 11a is a graph showing the measurement results of samples used on multiple automated analyzers. When the same QC sample is used for measurements on multiple automated analyzers, these measurement results are integrated and displayed in a graph, as shown in Figure 11a. Specifically, to make it easier to compare the measurement results for each automated analyzer, graphs showing the measurement results for each measurement date for each automated analyzer are displayed side by side. When multiple QC samples are used, a graph is displayed for each QC sample. This makes it possible to identify the cause of variation in measurement values, such as environmental or sample-related variation when a similar variation trend is observed on all instruments, or device-related variation when different variation trends are observed on some instruments.

[0050] FIG. 11b is an example of a screen notifying the user of fluctuations in the measurement value. If the measurement value fluctuates beyond a preset fluctuation range, a measurement value fluctuation message is displayed as shown in FIG. 11b to notify the user. At this time, a measurement value fluctuation mark 1101 may be added to the graph as shown in FIG. 11a. An example of a preset fluctuation range is the mean value ±2 SD (standard deviation). In addition, if the measurement or measurement result is abnormal, for example, if no measurement result is obtained or if the measurement result exceeds a predetermined fluctuation range, a mode for automatically re-measuring may be provided, and the user may be able to set this mode as appropriate via the control unit 105. Note that when automatic re-measurement is performed, it is desirable to limit it to a predetermined number of times. [Example]

[0051] Example 13 will be described with reference to Figure 12. Figure 12 shows an example of an approval screen for the results of measurements made by each automatic analyzer. As shown in Figure 10, information such as the sample name, measurement date, measurement results, and approver is displayed, and after entering comments, etc. as necessary, the approval execution button 1201 is operated, and approval is recorded.

[0052] The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but includes various modifications. For example, the automatic analyzer 112 or the automatic analyzer 113 may have a storage unit that does not have a preparation function and only has a storage function. Furthermore, although the above-described automatic analysis system includes two automatic analyzers that do not have an auto QC unit, the number is not limited to two. Furthermore, the automatic analyzer that does not have an auto QC unit is not limited to a small one.

[0053] The above-described embodiments have been described in detail to clearly explain the present invention, and are not necessarily limited to those including all of the described configurations. Furthermore, it is possible to replace part of the configuration of one embodiment with the configuration of another embodiment, or to add the configuration of another embodiment to the configuration of one embodiment. Furthermore, it is also possible to add, delete, or replace part of the configuration of each embodiment with other configurations. [Explanation of symbols]

[0054] 101: Automatic analysis area, 102: Autonomous mobile object, 103: First analysis unit, 104: Second analysis unit, 105: Control unit, 106: Input / output unit, 107: Auto QC unit, 108: First analysis unit, 109: Equipment shelf, 110: Work table, 111, 112, 113: Automatic analyzer, 115, 116: Control unit, 117, 118: Analysis unit, 201: Sample input port, 202: First output line, 20 3: Second discharge line, 301: First discharge line priority button, 302: Second discharge line priority button, 303: No designation button, 304: Manual setting button, 401: Discharge line, 501: QC sample priority button, 502: General sample priority button, 503: No designation button, 504: Manual setting button, 603: Discharge section for other devices, 1101: Measurement value fluctuation mark, 1201: Approval execution button

Claims

1. a first automatic analyzer including a storage unit for storing samples used for calibration or quality control; a second automatic analyzer that is physically separated from the first automatic analyzer and does not include the storage unit; an autonomous moving body; the first automated analyzer includes a first analysis unit that performs analysis using the specimen stored in the storage unit, and a discharge unit that discharges the specimen stored in the storage unit; the second automated analyzer has a second analysis unit that performs analysis using the sample discharged to the discharge unit, An automatic analysis system, characterized in that the autonomous mobile object transports the specimen from the discharge unit of the first automatic analyzer to the second automatic analyzer.

2. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, the discharge section has a plurality of discharge lines, An automatic analysis system, wherein the first automatic analyzer is provided with a display unit that displays to which discharge line the sample is discharged.

3. 3. The automated analysis system according to claim 2, An automatic analysis system characterized in that, when the analysis of the sample is completed, the display unit displays the discharge line through which the sample will be discharged.

4. 3. The automated analysis system according to claim 2, An automatic analysis system characterized by comprising a control unit that sets which discharge line to discharge.

5. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, An automatic analysis system characterized in that the discharge unit has a general sample discharge unit that discharges general samples analyzed by the first analysis unit, and an other device discharge unit that discharges samples used for calibration or quality control by the second analysis unit.

6. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, An automatic analysis system characterized in that the first automatic analyzer discharges general samples analyzed in the first analysis unit and samples used for calibration or quality control in the second analysis unit to the discharge unit at different times.

7. 7. The automated analysis system according to claim 6, An automatic analysis system, wherein the first automatic analyzer is provided with a display unit that displays the timing at which the sample will be discharged when analysis of the sample is completed.

8. 7. The automated analysis system according to claim 6, An automatic analysis system comprising a control unit that sets the timing for discharging a sample.

9. The automated analysis system according to claim 8, An automatic analysis system characterized by comprising a control unit that selects between a mode in which general samples are discharged with priority, and a mode in which samples used for calibration or quality control are discharged with priority.

10. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, An automatic analysis system characterized in that the storage unit automatically prepares the sample so that it can be used for calibration or quality control, and automatically supplies the prepared sample to the first analysis unit or the discharge unit.

11. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, a plurality of specimen storage locations including the storage unit; and a control unit that sets the sample storage location and transport destination for each sample.

12. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, An automatic analysis system characterized by comprising a display unit that displays the measurement results of each automatic analyzer side by side when the same sample is used for analysis by multiple automatic analyzers.

13. The automated analysis system according to claim 1, An automatic analysis system comprising a control unit that sets a mode for automatically performing remeasurement when the measurement or measurement results are abnormal.

14. The automated analysis system according to claim 13, The control unit is an automatic analysis system that automatically performs remeasurement when a measurement result cannot be obtained.

15. The automated analysis system according to claim 13, The automatic analysis system is characterized in that the control unit automatically causes remeasurement when the measurement result exceeds a predetermined fluctuation range.

16. The automated analysis system according to claim 13, The automatic analysis system is characterized in that the control unit automatically performs remeasurement up to a predetermined number of times.

17. In the automatic analysis system according to claim 1, the second automated analyzer further includes an input unit into which the specimen discharged to the output unit of the first automated analyzer is input; the autonomous moving body inserts the sample transported from the discharge unit of the first automatic analyzer into the input unit of the second automatic analyzer; An automatic analysis system, wherein the second analysis unit of the second automatic analysis device performs analysis using the sample input into the input unit.

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