BioSeparations Inc. Introduces Fluorescence Imaging System.TUCSON, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 12, 1999--BioSeparations Inc. announced the introduction of ImageScan(TM), a microscope-based imaging system with software capabilities designed to allow the researcher to automatically detect and analyze fluorescently labeled objects in a variety of applications including genetics, cancer and other life science research. ImageScan provides a broad range of utilities for capture, processing, analysis, and image output. The fully integrated system automatically scans the defined area of a microscope slide and performs continuous auto focus during the scan. The added capability to automatically relocate any area on a slide allows the researcher to quickly relocate specific objects for further analysis. ImageScan utilizes the Windows NT operating system to provide a platform for the integration of computerized and standard fluorescence microscopes, color cameras and automated stages. System software automates hardware components for microscope objective and filter control, camera exposure and stage movement. The system is designed for the automated analysis of fluorescence in situ hybridization Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) A technique for diagnosing DiGeorge syndrome before birth by analyzing cells obtained by amniocentesis with DNA probes. FISH is about 95% accurate. (FISH) preparations to enumerate To count or list one by one. For example, an enumerated data type defines a list of all possible values for a variable, and no other value can then be placed into it. See device enumeration and ENUM. chromosomes in fetal cells for the detection of abnormalities associated with conditions such as Down syndrome Down syndrome, congenital disorder characterized by mild to severe mental retardation, slow physical development, and characteristic physical features. Down syndrome affects about 1 in every 730 live births and occurs in all populations equally. . ImageScan software can also be easily adapted to a variety of other applications. Betty Strietelmeier, an environmental scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) (previously known at various times as Site Y, Los Alamos Laboratory, and Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory) is a United States Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory, managed and operated by Los Alamos National uses the ImageScan system in her research to study microbes for the purpose of removing environmental pollutants environmental pollutants, n.pl the substances and conditions, including noise, that adversely affect the health and well-being of the people within a community. . By investigating organisms that thrive on man-made carbon compounds, she attempts to engineer systems using native organisms that will metabolize me·tab·o·lize v. 1. To subject to metabolism. 2. To produce by metabolism. 3. To undergo change by metabolism. metabolize to subject to or be transformed by metabolism. harmful waste. The ability of ImageScan to automatically sort out microorganisms and help isolate pure cultures makes it ideal for the kind of work she does. Scientific Instrument Co. is the distribution point for ImageScan systems in the Pacific and Rocky Mountain States Rocky Mountain States A region of the western United States including Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. . Scientific Instrument's Russell Carey, Ph.D., said, "ImageScan is the only system available today that incorporates automatic scanning and auto focus features in a user-friendly manner to assist the researcher with quick, accurate analysis of fluorescent images". BioSeparations Inc. also manufactures and markets ChromaHyb(TM), a unique line of fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) buffers. The ImageScan system and ChromaHyb buffers are integral components of the proprietary instrument systems and software programs the company has under development for use in genetic testing Genetic Testing Definition A genetic test examines the genetic information contained inside a person's cells, called DNA, to determine if that person has or will develop a certain disease or could pass a disease to his or her offspring. and cancer markets. BioSeparations can be contacted on their web site http://www.bioseparations.com or by e-mail at marketing@bioseparations.com. For additional information contact Dr. David Sammons at 520/622-5882. |
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