Product Description
Brand Thermo Fisher Scientific
Model Luminex 200
Capacity Up to 100 Tests per Hour
CAT No APX10031
Application Flow Cytometry
The Luminex 200 Instrument System sets the standard for multiplexing, providing the ability to perform up to 100 different tests in a single reaction volume on a flow cytometry-based platform. The Luminex 200 system is compatible with ProcartaPlex multiplex immunoassays and QuantiGene Plex multiplex gene expression assays.
Dual-Laser Optical PerformanceThe Invitrogen Luminex 200 features an advanced dual-laser configuration (635 nm and 532 nm) with a high-sensitivity photomultiplier tube. This ensures precise multiplex analysis and robust signal detection across a dynamic range of 3.5 logs, providing reliable results even at low analyte concentrations.
Streamlined Workflow and ThroughputOptimize laboratory productivity with automated fluidics cleaning, maintenance protocols, and rapid processing-reaching up to a 96-well plate in 45 minutes. The system supports both 96- and 384-well plate formats, making it ideal for high-throughput screening and assay flexibility in diverse research applications.
User-Friendly Interface and Secure Data ManagementThe Luminex 200 is operated via secure, PC-based xPONENT software that allows customizable protocol setups, comprehensive multiplexing analysis, and flexible, secure data exports (CSV, XLS, PDF). Optional integrated barcode reader streamlines sample tracking and ensures traceability for regulatory compliance.
FAQ's of Thermo Fisher Scientific Invitrogen Luminex 200 Instrument System:
Q: How does the Luminex 200 Instrument System perform multiplex analyte detection?
A: The Luminex 200 utilizes dual lasers and bead-based immunoassay technology to detect up to 100 different analytes per sample simultaneously. The multiplexing process ensures distinct identification and quantification of proteins, nucleic acids, or biomarkers in a single reaction, substantially increasing lab efficiency.
Q: What is the minimum sample volume required for analysis on this instrument?
A: The Luminex 200 requires a minimum sample volume of 50 L, allowing researchers to conserve valuable samples while maintaining accurate detection across a broad dynamic range.
Q: When should the Luminex 200 be calibrated, and is the process automated?
A: Calibration of the instrument is recommended as per the manufacturer's guidelines or before critical assays. The system features automated calibration and verification using specialized Luminex kits, ensuring consistent accuracy and compliance with CE, IVD, and ISO/IEC standards.
Q: Where can I use the Luminex 200 Instrument System?
A: Designed for laboratories across proteomics, genomics, biomarker discovery, and immunoassay applications, the Luminex 200 can be deployed in research institutions, diagnostic labs, and clinical environments where precise multiplexed measurements are essential.
Q: What data output formats are supported, and how can I access the results?
A: After analysis, results can be exported in CSV, XLS, or PDF formats, offering compatibility with data analysis and reporting workflows. The instrument is controlled via PC with xPONENT software, and supports both USB and Ethernet connectivity for seamless data transfer.
Q: How does automated maintenance benefit laboratory operation?
A: Automated fluidics cleaning and maintenance protocols reduce manual intervention, minimize instrument downtime, and help prolong the lifespan of the system, making routine use easier and more reliable for busy labs.