Understanding Flow Cytometers
A laboratory flow cytometer is an advanced analytical instrument used to measure and analyse physical and chemical characteristics of cells or particles suspended in a fluid. By directing the sample through a laser beam, the flow cytometer detects properties such as size, granularity, and fluorescence intensity, enabling detailed cell counting, sorting, and biomarker detection. This technology is essential in biomedical research, clinical diagnostics, immunology, and microbiology, where rapid, high-precision analysis of thousands of cells per second is required. With options ranging from benchtop systems for routine use to high-throughput models for complex applications, flow cytometers deliver accurate, reproducible data to support cell biology, cancer research, and drug discovery.