BioRad Bio-Plex 200 Flexible Analyser
Short intro: The BioRad Bio-Plex 200 flexible analyser is a bead-based multiplex immunoassay platform (Luminex xMAP) that quantifies dozens of biomarkers from microlitre sample volumes—ideal for cytokines, chemokines, phospho-proteins, and serology panels.
Why choose the BioRad Bio-Plex 200 flexible analyser
Built on dual-laser flow-based detection, the Bio-Plex 200 reads spectrally encoded beads and reporter fluorescence to deliver high-throughput, quantitative results in a familiar 96-well workflow. Compared with single-analyte ELISAs, it compresses time, cost, and sample use by measuring up to 100 analytes per well, maintaining broad dynamic range and excellent reproducibility. Guided software simplifies calibration/verification, template setup, standard curve fitting, and automatic QC flags. With optional magnetic bead capability and plate shakers/washers, labs can standardize hands-on steps and scale to larger studies without sacrificing data quality.
Key features & workflow
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Multiplex power: up to 100-plex detection per well for cytokines, chemokines, growth factors, phospho-targets, and isotyping.
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Low sample volumes: microlitre inputs preserve precious serum, plasma, CSF, or cell-culture supernatants.
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Dynamic range & precision: wide linearity with 4–5 logs (kit-dependent), robust curve models, and built-in QC.
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Flexible assay formats: magnetic/non-magnetic beads; compatible with Bio-Plex and Luminex-format panels.
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Software & data: method templates, auto-QC, batch export (CSV/PDF), and LIS/LIMS-friendly outputs.
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Throughput: 96-well plates with automation options (washers/shakers/handlers) for higher sample loads.
Applications
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Inflammation & immune profiling: multiplex cytokine and chemokine panels for translational research.
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Signal transduction: phospho-protein mapping in pathway studies.
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Vaccine/serology: isotyping and titer monitoring.
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Biomarker discovery & verification: efficient screening with limited samples.
What’s included
Typical package: analyzer with dual-laser detection, system controller/software, sheath/waste bottles, starter calibration/verification beads, and power/IO cables. Optional plate washer/shaker, magnetic racks, validated assay kits, and maintenance contracts are available.