Automatic analyzer and method for cleaning probe

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide: an automatic analyzer that reduces the frequency of manual cleaning of a probe and that has a higher analysis efficiency; and a method for cleaning a probe. For this purpose, an automatic analyzer according to the present invention comprises: a probe that dispenses a liquid; and a clogging detection unit that detects clogging of the probe. When the clogging detection unit detects clogging of the probe, the probe is cleaned with a liquid having an adjusted temperature. In addition, a method for cleaning a probe that dispenses a liquid according to the present invention involves cleaning the probe with a liquid having an adjusted temperature when a clogging detection unit detects clogging of the probe.

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