Achieving a high mitotic index and consistent spreading when preparing slides can be a real challenge for cytogenetic laboratories. The correct climatic conditions and concentration of the suspensions are all important to produce consistent results.
The MetaPrep system allows the cytogeneticist full control over climate conditions and cell density for reliable and repeatable slide preparations. It accomplishes this by performing the slide dropping in a nested chamber with optimal airflow at the correct temperature and humidity, within a larger climate controlled cabinet.
Applications & Benefits
Custom designed to radically improve the speed, efficiency and repetitive quality of metaphase cell spreading
Fully automated system removes user variability
Robotic fluid management ensures accurate and precise slide spreading
Single use consumables used for each patient to eliminate cross contamination
Easily controlled environment by adjusting the relative humidity and temperature
High capacity throughput with continuous operation
Superior climate stability with nested configuration
Integrated extraction fan with carbon filter
Fully automated system removes user variability
Simple loading through automated access doors controlled from the touch screen
Intelligent user interface allows to add and remove samples on demand
Sample density optimization through automated pellet preparation using laser technology
7 inch full colour touch screen ,12 fully programmable protocols, intuitive visual feedback
Air Filtration
Extraction fan with carbon filter to eliminate fumes
Reagent Bottles
Humidity
The range should be between 40% - 60% with no condensation. The maximum rate of change should be no more than 6%.
Temperature
A suitable temperature range is 18°c - 24°c with a rate of change not exceeding 15°c per hour
Processing Time
Less than 3 minutes per sample
Slides
30 slides per batch, 76x27 mm (t ≈ 1mm)
Slide Tray
Up to 5 slides, tilt operation, holder for 15ml test tube, disposable tip and cuvette
Manufacturer
Genial Genetics P.O. Box 3751 Chester CH1 9UF
Regulations
EN 13949-1
CE marked
Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) - 2002/96/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - 89/336/EEC
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) - 2002/95/EC
ISO 9001:2000 Certified by Lloyd's Register QA for 'The manufacture, supply and maintenance of automated sample processing equipment'
