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CytoFLEX Instrument Evaluation Using Biological Specimens
27 Feb 2015This white paper shows the evaluation of the CytoFLEX flow cytometer by independent research flow cytometry laboratories and Beckman Coulter senior research and development scientists. The experiments were performed using flow cytometers equipped with 12 parameters and 9 fluorescent detectors. The biological specimens included human whole blood, human leukocyte control cells, and smaller cells and particles, such as RBCs, microbes, and vesicles.
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Flow Cytometry / Cell CountingFlow cytometers are used to count, sort and examine multiple characteristics of cells. Other cell analysis equipment includes image cytometers, cell counters, fluorescence-activated cell sorters (FACS), magnetic-activated cell sorters (MACS), and a range of flow cytometry assay kits. Flow cytometers can reveal information on cell viability, cell proliferation, apoptosis and cell cycle progression, as well as identify cell populations and intracellular or cell-surface molecules. Additionally, some flow cytometers, known as FACS, have an additional sorting function after analysis. Cell counters and image cytometers count live and dead cell populations and can also conduct cell proliferation assays. Find the best flow cytometers, cell counters and cell sorters in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.FluorescenceThe emission of fluorescence occurs when a photon of energy is supplied to a fluorescent chemical compound by an external source, causing it to become excited. Fluorescence can be detected and measured for different purposes using microplate readers, fluorescence microscopes, fluorescence scanners, and flow cytometers.