The Countstar BioTech combines a 5-megapixels CMOS color camera with our patented “Fixed Focus Technology” full metal optical bench to simultaneously measure cell concentration, viability, diameter distribution, average roundness, and aggregation rate in a single test cycle. Our proprietary software algorithms have been optimized for advanced and detailed cell recognition.
Scope of Applications
The Countstar BioTech can be used for analyzing all kinds of mammalian cell cultures, insect cells, a wide range of cancer cells, and resuspended primary cell material in research, process development and cGMP regulated production environments.
Technical Features / User benefits
- Multiple Sample Analyses on a Single Slide
Analyze samples repeatedly and let the system calculate averages automatically to compensate inhomogeneities - Large Field of View
Depending on individual cell sizes and sample concentration, up to 2,000 cells can be analyzed in a single image - 5-Megapixel Color Camera
Acquires clear, detailed and sharp images - Analysis of Cell Aggregates
Detects and classifies single cells even inside aggregates - Clear Verification of Results
Switch inside the result view between the acquired, raw image and the sight of labelled cells - Accuracy and Precision
The coefficient of variation (cv) between results of aliquots inside the 5 chambers of a slide is < 5% - Harmonization of Analyzers
An analzer-to-analyzer comparison of Countstar BioTech devices showed a coefficient of variation (cv) < 5% - Minimized Sample Volume
Only 20 μL of a sample are required for one chamber fill. This allows for more frequent samplings, e.g. out of mini-bioreactor cell cultures - Short Test Time
In less than 20 seconds even complex image scenarios are analyzed by our innovative algorithms - Low Cost, Time-Efficient, and Sustainable Consumables
Our unique Chamber Slide layout enables a consecutive analysis of up to 5 samples in a single sequence, and reduces generation of waste significantly
