ChemoMetec YC-100 - Manual (Page 21)

2 Introducing the NucleoCounter
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2 Introducing the NucleoCounter YC-100
The NucleoCounter method provides a fast alternative to the manual techniques,
yielding objective and reliable results. Furthermore the NucleoCounter technology
provides improved safety to the user compared to other comparable methods.
The NucleoCounter system is comprised of the NucleoCassette for sample handling, the
NucleoCounter instrument for particle analysis and Lysis buffer for cell lysis (please refer
to appropriate Application Notes provided by ChemoMetec concerning lysing of cells).
Basics of the NucleoCounter system is explained on the next few pages.
The NucleoCounter system identifies and counts individual cell containing stained DNA.
The sample pre-treatment is intended to allow the effective staining of cellular DNA but
it will also aid the dissolving of cell aggregates. Depending on cell species and sample
properties some additional effort might be needed to dissolve cell aggregates (please
refer to appropriate Application Notes provided by ChemoMetec).
2.1 The NucleoCounter YC-100 instrument
The NucleoCounter is shown in the figure below.
Figure Figure Figure Figure 2 22 2 . . . . NucleoCounter instrument
Refer to chapter 5 with respect to the operation of the instrument.
Lid
Control Buttons
Keypad
Display
Weight 3 kg
Height 26 cm
Width 38 cm
Depth 22 cm