Equipment Model

BD Biosciences Accuri C6 7590098 Rev-1

Description

The BD Accuri C6 Flow Cytometer is a compact, laser-based system designed for the analysis of the physicochemical properties of cells.

Lab

TUCF Genomics Core

Location

200 Boston Ave, Medford, MA 02155, United States

• Applications

  • Cell cycle analysis for studying cell proliferation and apoptosis.

  • Quantification of surface and intracellular markers in immunophenotyping.

  • Analysis of DNA content and ploidy for genetic and cancer research.

  • Evaluation of drug responses in pharmacology and toxicology studies.

  • Assessment of cell viability and apoptosis in biomedical research.

• Key Features

  • Laser-based system with four optical filters for multi-color analysis.

  • Compact design with user-friendly software for easy operation.

  • High sensitivity and precision in detecting cellular characteristics.

  • Capable of analyzing various cell types, including mammalian and bacterial cells.

  • Supports both fixed and live cell analysis for diverse research applications.

• Limitations

  • Limited throughput compared to high-end flow cytometers.

  • Fluorescent dye selection is restricted to available optical filters.

  • Requires trained personnel for data interpretation and experiment setup.

  • Sample preparation and staining protocols can affect accuracy.