Design of clinical and microbiological laboratories

A clinical diagnostic laboratory is an institution where analyzes are collected for the purpose of further establishing an accurate diagnosis. These laboratories analyze biomaterials such as blood, urine, human tissues and others. As a result of research, doctors can prescribe more effective treatment. Microbiological laboratories are often created near the KDL, where experimental, diagnostic or production work with pathogenic biological agents is carried out. Institutions of the described types require competent professional design, as strict standards are applied to them. ISO 15189 as well as documentary evidence of technical competence and efficiency are key. Due to the large number of features and requirements, it is better to entrust the design of clinical and microbiological laboratories to reliable specialists.

Design features of clinical and microbiological laboratories

In institutions of this type, it is important to strictly observe the proper conditions. Laboratories are characterized by the presence of specialized equipment, reagents, biomaterials and other substances with which work is carried out. These facilities must maintain the required level of cleanliness and sterility to achieve accuracy and high performance. In order to obtain certification and accreditation, to ensure quality control and safety of clinical and microbiological laboratories, as well as their employees and patients, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of such institutions at the stage of designing the KDL. Here are the main aspects that are decisive for a design engineer:

• Organization of space. The laboratory always provides for the presence of different zones with different levels of cleanliness and safety. It is important to correctly allocate the area for comfortable installation of equipment and work of laboratory employees. The laboratories include both clean and dirty areas, biomaterial collection departments, employee rest areas, warehouses, and storage facilities.
• Creating a ventilation and filtration system. For clinical and microbiology laboratories, these systems are the most important to create a comfortable and safe environment. It is necessary to ensure the inflow of fresh air (sometimes forced), organize cleaning from gases/vapours. This is especially relevant when working with hazardous substances.
• Optimal level of protection. Safety is one of the key aspects for the functioning of the laboratory. It is important to organize all necessary protection measures, including fire protection. It is necessary to place protective equipment, equipment, emergency showers, means for correct disposal of waste, etc.
• Special equipment. The correct ratio of room area to installation area is necessary to ensure unobstructed access to the devices for their operation, maintenance and calibration. It is equally important to create optimal conditions for functioning – temperature regime, humidity and others.

Automation of labor efficiency improvement processes is a significant aspect for modern laboratories. It is equally important to ensure the ergonomic organization of the space and the possibility of using modern information systems. In addition, the design of clinical and microbiological laboratories should be scalable and flexible, which provides for the possible expansion or re-equipment of the facility as necessary.

Where to order projects of clinical and microbiological laboratories?

“Technology Project Group” is a professional company that has been designing various medical facilities for 10 years. We create innovative solutions based on both our own experience and the experience of leading European countries in the design of clinical and microbiological laboratories. Our specialists constantly improve their qualifications and do not use standard solutions. We always apply an individual approach, taking into account the customer’s requirements, available resources, as well as international norms and standards, including ISO 15189. “Technology Project Group” company will help develop a project for capital construction, expansion, re-equipment or repair of clinical and microbiological laboratories at an affordable price and in the shortest possible time. With our help, you will receive the optimal volumetric planning solution, a competent plan for the placement of communications, a detailed structure of engineering departments, optimization of the use of resources, as well as full support until receiving a positive expert opinion. You can order a project by contacting us by phone or e-mail.