MURRIETA, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hospital Angeles Pedregal in Mexico City marked a major milestone with the installation of Latin America’s first Copan WASPLab® full laboratory automation system. A ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together hospital leadership, Copan and distribution partner bioMérieux Mexico representatives to celebrate this advancement in laboratory innovation.
WASPLab® is a highly efficient, modular, and customizable specimen processing and culture workup system for clinical microbiology. Samples move from front-end processing to smart incubation, digital microbiology, and artificial intelligence for plate reading. The system streamlines workflow to enhance efficiency.
“As one of Mexico’s premier private hospitals, Angeles Pedregal is committed to innovation and excellence in patient care. Implementing Copan’s WASPLab® reinforces our dedication to adopting cutting-edge technology that enhances traceability, diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency,” said Rocio Rivera, Operational Director of the Angeles Pedregal Laboratory.
Rafael Ochoa, Corporate Director of Diagnostic Services at Angeles Health System, highlighted the benefits of automation: “With a shortage of qualified personnel, automation ensures our professionals can focus on high-value tasks, improving efficiency and patient outcomes.”
Fabrizio Mazzocchi, CEO of Copan Diagnostics, emphasized the significance of this achievement: “Copan is dedicated to supporting microbiology laboratories worldwide through innovative automation. The first WASPLab® installation in Latin America reflects our commitment to laboratory excellence. Special thanks to Copan’s Latin America Business and Marketing Manager, Zuly Gómez, for her leadership in making this project a reality.”
The integration of WASPLab® at Hospital Angeles Pedregal represents a transformative step for regional healthcare, setting a new standard in clinical diagnostics.
About Copan Diagnostics, Inc.
Copan Diagnostics, part of Copan Group, is a global leader in specimen collection, transport, and laboratory automation. Through its collaborative approach, Copan has developed breakthrough technologies such as FLOQSwabs®, ESwab®, UTM® Universal Transport Medium™, and Full Laboratory Automation and artificial intelligence. Copan continues to innovate and transform Collection and Transport systems, as well as laboratory automation, helping healthcare providers improve healthcare patient outcomes.
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