Robotic sample preparation system Scorpion

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Automates Chromosome and MicroFISH Slide Preparation A liquid handling robot that automates preparation of chromosome and MicroFISH slides. For G-banding applications, it dispenses fixed cells in a humidity-controlled environment for optimal and reproducible chromosome spreading. For FISH, it dispenses fixed cells and probe reagents for each patient panel; ready for MicroFISH slide coverslipping and hybridization. The Scorpion reduces tedious manual pipetting and eliminates errors by precisely dispensing microliter volumes of cells or probes onto 1-12 slides. Patient information is entered via barcode or manually. The system provides detailed patient reports, monitors probe tube volumes and produces score sheets for slide readers. Highlights: 12 chromosome slides in < 10 min Controls humidity for optimal spreading 12 MicroFISH slides in < 30 min Prevents sample/probe mix ups Produces detailed patient reports Tracks probe inventory Small footprint (19x19 in; 48x48 cm)