Bio-Rad Bio-Plex Pro™ Magnetic Cell Signaling Assays - Manual (Page 29)

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Luminex xPONENT Software
Although guidelines are provided here, consult the xPONENT software
manual for more details. Perform a system initialization with Luminex’s
calibration and performance verification kit, as directed by Luminex. Select
Batches to set up the protocol and follow the information under Settings.
Note: The instrument settings described below apply to Luminex 100/200
and FLEXMAP 3D or Bio-Plex ® 3D instruments. For the Bio-Plex MAGPIX
reader, use the default instrument settings.
1. Select MagPlex as the bead type for magnetic beads. This
automatically sets the DD gates.
2. Volume = 50 µl.
3. Refer to Table 11 to select the appropriate PMT setting for
your instrument.
4. Plate name: 96-well plate.
5. Analysis type: Qualitative.
Select Analytes to set up the panel.
1. Enter 50 in the Count field.
2. Select the bead region and enter the analyte name.
3. Click Apply all for Units and Counts.
Select Stds and Ctrls.
1. Enter descriptions and other information as applicable.
After the assay is complete, select Results, then select Saved Batches.