Luminex xMAP Technology Instrumentation, Software & Templates
Luminex’s xMAP technology is built on proven, existing technology — flow cytometry, microspheres, lasers, digital signal processing and traditional chemistry — that have been combined in a unique way. Featuring a flexible, open-architecture design, xMAP technology can be configured to perform a wide variety of bioassays quickly, cost-effectively and accurately.
Millipore, through Linco and Upstate, was one of the earliest adopters of the Luminex xMAP technology. Explore our Luminex instrumentation and software offerings, including the new Luminex xPONENT software for managing your Luminex instrument and easily setting up and running your assays.
Instrumentation
The Luminex 200
Ideal for IVD application, this compact lab analysis system integrates lasers, optics, fluidics, a controller, advanced digital signal processing, and an XY Platform in a 17” x 20” footprint. Newest Version Analysis Software, PC with monitor and Bar Code Reader included. The system enables simultaneous assays of up to 100 analytes per well of a microtiter plate.
The Luminex200 is specifically designed to enhance the use of xMAP technology and diagnostic kits in a laboratory setting. Key features include: flexible data analysis package, user friendly functions, flexible assay design features, bar code reader for enhanced efficiency and multiple formats for generating data reports.
The system includes a low profile microplate interface for walk-away operation and robotic capability and a sheath delivery system that connects to the 20L sheath container and provides a continual flow of sheath fluid for up to 48 hours of operation.
Software
IS 2.3 Software
The IS 2.3 Software capabilities include: multiplate within a batch analysis capability; integrated data analysis package; multi-batch functionality; utilization of verification reagents for instrument calibration; an easy-to-use data acquisition module, and the ability to integrate with other data analysis modules
xPONENT : An Intuitive Tool Developed Specifically for The Luminex xMAP System
xPONENT features an optional touch screen for ease of use
Millipore is proud to be one of the few Luminex partners to offer xPONENT software, bringing the power of integration and automation to your lab to improve workflow efficiency and to help analyze and oranize your data. xPONENT software is easy to use and provides the flexibility to perform both protein and nucleic acid testing on one Luminex system. The xPONENT software is also compatible with the upcoming magnetic bead (MagPlex beads) assays.
xPONENT Standard Software features include:
- Intuitive graphical interface with simplified workflow and applications
- Assay specific reporter gene gain levels optimize assay sensitivity
- New data archiving functions for managing batches, products, kits and lots
- New XML data output for ease of data analysis
- Real-time system status for improved functionality
- User-friendly plate setup and reporting
Many customization options are available to tailor xPONENT software to your individual needs.
- 21 CFR Part 11 compliance to provide an electronic signature audit trail
- Automation Compatibility for increased work flow efficiency
- LIS integration capability for bidirectional interface connectivity via ASTM protocol
- Color touch screen to simplify workflow
- Security package enabling user login/password
xPONENT software can be ordered with the Luminex 200 System. xPONENT software is backwards compatible with the Luminex 100*/200 Systems and upgrades are available for the software package alone.
To learn more about Luminex and xPONENT software, or to receive a quote, e-mail drugdiscovery@millipore.com and a Millipore account specialist will contact you.
Templates
Product and Kit Templates for xPONENT software can be downloaded for all MILLIPLEX MAP Kits.
Select your assay by clicking here:
Download the recommended protocol template (.lxt file) and the appropriate kit lot template (.lxk file) and save in an appropriate folder for easy access by your xPONENT software. When setting up the batch for your assay, import these files to your software, edit the protocol by deleting the analytes that are not in your kit, save under a new name and setup the batch corresponding to your experiment.
For assistance, please email tech@lincoresearch.com
