QUANTOM Tx™ Microbial Cell Counter by Logos Biosystems

"Easy to handle, although I just started using the instrument and I have the impression I can do more with it. We are using it to count simple bacterial cells which we need to do in order to start antibacterial susceptibility assays. The drugs which we test against diverse bacterial cells are membrane active. Therefore, total as well as live/dead assays provide additional information for us. If there was a future upgrade for this instrument, I would definitely think about including optical filters for different wavelengths covering a broader fluorescence range. Then we could play with difference membrane permeable/impermeable dyes."

"We use the Logos QUANTOM Tx (QTx) to enumerate various species of bacteria grown in liquid media. Prior to purchasing the QTx, enumeration was done via the spread-plate method. The rapid quantitation afforded by the QTx allows us to have a result in as little as 30 minutes, compared to 3 days for the spread-plate method. We have also found the QTx useful for determining the proportion of live/dead cells within a sample. The simplicity and ease of use of the QTx allows for rapid training of new operators and excellent repeatability. In addition, Logos' after-sales service has been exceptional."

"The instrument is very easy to use. The sample prep is quick and the the replicates are pretty tight. I used it for counting very small cells, as well as bacteria that grow in chains or clusters and the software does a great job analyzing the image. I compared the results to other methods and the results are spot on. Overall, I am very happy with the purchase."