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GloCyte - Automated Cell Counter for CSF
TNC & RBC results linear down to 0 cells/µL in under 5 minutes. Small sample volume requirement - only 60 µL or less. Low maintenance - proven robustness & reliability.
The GloCyte uses fluorescent microscopy and two reagents to enumerate total nucleated cells (TNCs) and red blood cells (RBCs) in under 5 minutes. A nucleic dye specifically stains the nucleus of TNCs and an antibody stain tags antigens on the surface of RBCs making it easy for techs of all skills levels to obtain accurate results. Stained samples are deposited onto test cartridges and vacuum is applied to capture cells on a membrane. An image of the membrane is captured by a digital CCD camera and processed via a sophisticated algorithm eliminating errors associated with manual counting.
- Stained sample is deposited onto cartridge
- Vacuum pulls CSF into cartridge
- Cells are captured on surface of cartridge
Labs can automate all CSF cell counts with linearity down to 0 cells/μL, eliminating the need to do manual counts.
Small footprint
The instrument is smaller than a standard coffee maker, saving space on your bench or under the hood
Intuitive software guides the user through the testing process, eliminating tedious steps associated with hemocytometers and increasing confidence across shifts.
With no moving parts, GloCyte requires virtually no maintenance and maximizes uptime.
Results in under 5 minutes
Report TNC and RBC results in less than 5 minutes to meet or exceed turnaround time requirements and increase tech productivity.
Audit ready
Timestamped results and user traceability help labs comply with regulatory guidelines.
Accurate & precise
Specific staining increases confidence in results and reduces tech to tech variability.
Safety conscious
Disposable test cartridges, that fully contain patient samples, were designed with personnel safety in mind.
Small sample volume
GloCyte requires just 60 μL of sample or less.
Mitigate dilution, calculation, and random errors, while using similarly small sample volumes as manual counting but analyzing a greater portion of the sample.
A lot is at stake when it comes to turning around CSF cell counts quickly and accurately. The process can be stress inducing and staff shortages can lead to employee burnout and turnover. Whether you work at a large hospital, a small facility, or somewhere in between, we can help. GloCyte delivers fast and accurate results while simultaneously freeing up resources and improving staff satisfaction.
- Easy to use
- Low maintenance
- Small footprint
- LIS connectivity
- Sample type: Human cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
- Assay parameters: Total nucleated cells (TNC) and red blood cells (RBC)
- Sample volume: 30 µL per test (60 µL per sample)
- Test time: 1-2 specimens in under 5 minutes
- Power requirement:
- Universal AC/DC power supply: 100 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz)/1A
- Instrument: 12 VDC/2A
- Vacuum station: 5 VDC/0.5A
- Communication: USB 2.0 ports
- Laser: Class 3B, 3O mWatts nominal rating, Class 1 when installed in the instrument with the external enclosure in place
- Operating conditions:
- Temperature: 18°C to 35°C (64°F to 95°F)
- Humidity: 5 to 90% RH, non condensing
- Storage temperature:
- GloCyte instrument & vacuum station: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
- GloCyte test cartridges: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
- Dimensions (D x W x H):
- Instrument 25.5 (H) × 15.3 (W) × 20.4 (D) cm (10.0 × 6.0 × 8.0 inches)
- Computer 40 (H) × 50 (W) × 20 (D) cm (16 × 20 × 8 inches)
- Vacuum station 10.8 (H) × 12.1 (W) × 10.8 (D) cm (4.3 × 4.8 × 4.3 inches)
- Net weight: 18.1 kg (40.0 lbs.)
- Shipping weight: 24.5 kg (54.0 lbs.)
GloCyte® Automated Cell Counter for CSF is the perfect solution for:
- Labs looking to employ automation to ensure timely sample processing
- Labs that want to improve results consistency and turnaround time