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Introduction
This user manual applies to
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MACSQuant® Analyzer 10 (# 130-096-343)
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MACSQuant® VYB (# 130-096-116)
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MACSQuant® Analyzer 16 (# 130-009-803)
In the following, the name MACSQuant Instrument refers to all three instruments. Unless further specified, the
stated information applies to all instrument models.
MACSQuant Instruments are compact flow cytometers that combine multisample and multiparameter sample
analysis with unrivaled ease of use. With processing rates of up to 15,000 events per second, they facilitate also
absolute quantification of cell populations. MACS® Antibodies and Cell Separation Reagents are designed for
easy and convenient handling with MACSQuant Instruments. Miltenyi Biotec is leading provider of
comprehensive solutions for flow cytometry.
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Intended use
The MACSQuant Instrument is a digital bench top flow cytometer equipped with three lasers for cellular
analysis. Units are equipped with an enrichment unit for the pre-analysis enrichment of rare cells. It is intended
for both phenotypic analysis with fluorescent antibodies and functional analysis of fluorescently labelled cells.
The MACSQuant Instrument is intended for research use only. Only trained laboratory personnel are allowed to
use the MACSQuant Instrument. The instrument is intended to be used only as stated in the provided
instructions.
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Key features of the MACSQuant® Instrument
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An integrated computer controlled by a touchscreen runs the MACSQuantify™ Software, which is used for
sample acquisition as well as for data analysis.
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A fully automated computer-controlled robotic needle arm delivers samples to the sample injection port,
which is located in the washing station. The uptake needle as well as the sample injection port are
automatically washed during and after cell processing for your convenience.
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The Single tube rack is used for the analysis of individual samples.
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The optional MACS® MiniSampler Plus allows fully automated multiple sample processing. It holds different
tube racks that are automatically recognized by a 2D code reader, as well as the Universal Reagent Rack.
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A color-coded and easy to access fluidics system supplies the MACSQuant Instrument with all buffers and
solutions required during and after operation. The sheath particle filter prevents any debris from entering the
fluidics system.
Summary of Contents for MACSQuant 10
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Page 62: ...Figure 1 3 BRearview of the MACSQuant Instrument 1 INTRODUCTION 60 ...
Page 76: ...2 INSTALLATION 74 ...
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