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The use of machines to control machines.<\/p>\n

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Automatically controlled operation of an apparatus or system by mechanical or electronic devices that take the place of human elements of observation, effort, and decision making.<\/p>\n

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The use of clinical laboratory instruments that assay large numbers of samples with minimal human intervention.<\/p>\n

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