Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (AVBP)

Antares Vision Group’s efficient and secure solution for tracking biobanking operations

Biobanking system [1] - Antares Vision Group

Biobanking system [2] - Antares Vision Group

Biobank and Traceability Management

In an increasingly complex and interconnected scientific ecosystem, biobanks and scientific institutions need advanced digital solutions that guarantee complete traceability of biological samples, data quality and integrity, regulatory compliance, and interoperability with clinical, laboratory, and research platforms.

Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (AVBP) is the Antares Vision Group platform that supports the digital transformation of biobanks through the digitalization, standardization, and automation of operational processes throughout the entire sample lifecycle.

Thanks to its modern, responsive web interface, accessible from anywhere, AVBP maximizes efficiency, compliance, and the value of biological samples and data, simplifying activity monitoring, sample traceability, and workflow management

Biobanking system [3] - Antares Vision Group

Biobanking system [4] - Antares Vision Group

Operational phases and functionalities

Antares Biobanking Platform supports all the main operational phases of the biological sample life cycle, through dedicated traceability, control, and automation features.

Accessioning

Complete digitization of the sample entry process
Guided workflows
Quality control (QC)
Labeling
Barcode and RFID integration

Storage Management

Hierarchical mapping of spaces
Continuous monitoring of environmental conditions
Secure access management
Dynamic inventory
Real-time alert system
Audit trail and reporting

Picking and outbound logistics

Integrated request management
Optimized picking lists
Interactive graphic mapping of containers
IoT monitoring of critical parameters during transport
Automatic generation of accompanying documentation

Consultation

Secure, profiled access to data
Advanced search filters
External catalog compliant with GDPR
Integration with MIABIS standard

PERFECTLY INTEGRATED WITH EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE

The Antares Vision Group platform integrates with existing information systems, ensuring operational continuity and interoperability.

Patient Registry: Direct integration with patient management systems for real-time data exchange and continuous synchronization of relevant critical information.
Professional Tools: Connection with pathological anatomy systems, molecular diagnostics, and other specialized technologies for automated data flow without redundancies.
Data Warehouse: Advanced management of inbound and outbound information exchanges to feed central archives, research projects, and analytic platforms.

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Digital Identity of Biological Samples

At the heart of the AVBP solution is the concept of “digital identity,” represented by a unique code assigned to each sample, semi-finished product, or physical component, in line with the GS1 Digital Link standard.

Thanks to this approach, each sample becomes a traceable, secure, and easily manageable entity throughout its entire life cycle, from arrival at internal or external laboratories to storage in freezers, to collection and eventual shipment or disposal. It also allows for precise real-time location of samples within cabinets and freezers and provides a complete history of storage conditions, including parameters such as temperature and humidity, ensuring sample quality, compliance, and safety.

Biobanking system [5] - Antares Vision Group

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Native Hardware Integration

The Antares Vision Biobanking Platform is based on a modular architecture that combines hardware and software components, adaptable to the needs of individual facilities.

It includes:

Patient check-in stations
Barcode readers
Bulk reading devices
Label printers
Mobile devices and tablets
IoT sensors
Tracking kits

The components are available as OEM kits and retro compatibility mode, allowing for custom installations and integration with existing infrastructure

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BENEFITS

USABILITY AND EFFICIENCY

Streamlines daily biobank activities with intuitive tools, barcode scanners, label printers, and mobile devices. The platform reduces errors by optimizing workflows.

TRACEABILITY AND COMPLIANCE

Monitors every stage of the sample lifecycle, from collection to distribution, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance with the UNI ISO 20387 standard, with real-time monitoring and automatic notifications.

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

Integrates proprietary and third-party data sources, IoT sensors, and OEM kits, ensuring complete process control and full compatibility with existing systems.

DATA SECURITY AND ACCESS CONTROL

Protects sensitive data with the highest security standards, managing access, tracking locations, and storage conditions to ensure sample integrity.

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FAQ – Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (AVBP)

1. What is the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (AVBP)?

AVBP (Antares Vision Biobanking Platform) is an advanced platform designed to digitalize, standardize, and automate all operational phases of a biobank.

2. What problems does the Antares Vision Group platform solve for modern biobanks?

AVBP addresses key needs such as:

Management of large volumes of samples
Heterogeneity of collection sources
End-to-end traceability
Integration with clinical and laboratory systems
Monitoring storage conditions
Automate operational activities
Reduce errors and inefficiencies
Consultation of sample collections by internal and external parties

3. Does the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform comply with standards?

Yes, the platform is designed in accordance with international best practices and industry standards, including:

UNI ISO 20387
GDPR
MIABIS
ISBER

AVBP guarantees:

Complete audit trail
Data versioning
Digitized SOPs
Granular permission management
Advanced protection of sensitive data

4. How does the digital identity of samples work?

Each sample receives a unique code that complies with the GS1 Digital Link standard.

This allows the sample to be tracked throughout its life cycle, its location to be monitored in real time, access to data and storage conditions history, and guarantees data authenticity and integrity.

5. Which operational phases of the biobank can be digitalized with the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform?

The Antares Vision Biobanking Platform covers all the main operational phases of a biobank: acceptance, storage, withdrawal, shipping, and consultation.

6. Can the platform be integrated with the systems already in use in the facility?

Yes. AVBP offers native integration with patient registries and clinical systems (EHR/EMR), pathological anatomy and molecular diagnostics systems, LIMS – research registries and data warehouses – with any platform via standardized REST/SOAP APIs.

7. Is it possible to integrate external hardware and devices as well?

Yes, the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform includes and supports barcode readers, bulk readers via barcode and/or RFID, label printers, mobile devices and tablets, IoT sensors for temperature/humidity, traceability kits, and patient reception stations.

OEM kits and retro compatibility solutions are available for facilities already in operation.

8. How does ABP guarantee traceability of samples for biobanks?

The platform guarantees end-to-end traceability of samples, real-time location tracking in freezers, racks, boxes, and specific locations; immediate access to information via web and mobile interfaces; and a complete audit trail of every operation.

9. How does the platform protect data security?

AVBP uses advanced data protection protocols and complies with GDPR requirements.

10. Is the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (ABP) suitable for small and large biobanks?

Yes. Thanks to its modular and scalable architecture, ABP is suitable for hospital biobanks, research centers, universities, private laboratories, and distributed biobank networks.

11. Is specific training required to use the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform (AVBP)?

The platform is designed to be intuitive, with modern interfaces, guided workflows, and user-friendly tools. Training is quick and adaptable to the level of experience of the operators.

12. Can the Antares Vision Biobanking Platform also be used remotely?

Yes, the platform is accessible both locally and in the cloud, via a responsive web interface that is also optimized for mobile devices and tablets.