User Manual, Version 2.1 User guide

Luminex 100 IS User Manual Version 2.1 xMAP Technology
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sample reaction The reaction that occurs between your reagents and the beads.
signal Detectable measurement unit of the reporter molecule.
suspension Solution consisting of homogeneously dispersed microspheres in an
aqueous medium.
system controls Include the reporter and classification control microspheres. They are
used to verify the calibration of the analyzer.
template A sequence of commands and predetermined settings defined by the
kit manufacturer.
verification The process using system controls to ensure the analyzer is
functioning properly with current calibration settings.
xMAP microsphere set Luminex multi-analyte microspheres containing a unique mixture of
two distinctly colored fluorochromes to distinguish them from other
multi-analyte microspheres. Previously LabMAP™