A system and method for preparing and testing of targeted nucleic acids is
presented. The system integrates a pipetter, extractor, assay reader, and
other components, including a selectively compliant articulated robot arm
(SCARA). This synergistic integration of previously separate diagnostic
tools creates a system and method whereby a minimum of human intervention
is required. The resulting system provides a substantially more accurate
and precise method of isolating, amplifying and detecting targeted
nucleic acids for diagnosing diseases.
