University begins testing robots to deliver specimens

SAITAMA, Japan - Saitama Medical University tests robots to deliver specimens for clinical examinations at the university's International Medical Center in Hidaka, Saitama Prefecture, on July 4, 2012, aiming at freeing nurses and clinical laboratory technicians from such physical duties by teaming up with Panasonic Healthcare Co.

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