Magnetic Bead Format Improves Automation Compatibility of Multiplex Assays
- Posted on 22 January 2010
Millipore Corporation has introduced of a suite of multiplex assays that use magnetic beads for more consistent results and automation compatibility. Designed for use with Luminex xMAP technology, these Milliplex Mag kits complement a selection of non-magnetic multiplex assays and enable researchers to choose the format they prefer.
The kits include microspheres that are embedded with superparamagnetic particles. Once bound to the protein of interest, the microspheres can be magnetically separated. This makes sample preparation easier and eliminates the risk of sample loss, clogs, or leaks. The new kits also reduce non-specific binding, which results in lower, more consistent Coefficients of Variation (CVs).
Both the magnetic and non-magnetic kits use the same protocols and components (except for the beads), so researchers do not need to re-optimize their methods when switching from one format to another.
