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The automated clinical mass spectrometry revolution

1 Oct 2025
The automated clinical mass spectrometry revolution

Mass spectrometry has long been a cornerstone of clinical laboratory analysis, but its potential has been limited by manual sample preparation, slow throughput, and the need for highly skilled technologists to interpret results. In this interview with mass spectrometry expert Professor Joe El-Khoury, discover how the latest wave of automated mass spectrometry tools is transforming the landscape. Today, these tools are enabling labs to process more samples efficiently, reduce manual labor, and make advanced diagnostics accessible to more healthcare settings. Automation is overcoming traditional bottlenecks, paving the way for faster, more reliable results and a new era in laboratory medicine.

This interview was filmed for CLINICAL24 2025

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