Like conventional microplate readers, multimode microplate readers detect reaction signals from microtiter plates in order to perform assays such as ELISA, protein detection, and drug screening assays. Unlike conventional plate readers, multimode microplate readers are able to perform two or more forms of detection allowing a single piece of equipment to perform a wider range of assays. This can increase throughput and efficiency, thus saving time and space in the lab. Important things to consider when purchasing a multimode microplate reader are the particular combinations of assays desired, ease of use, ability to add or remove functionality, and the unit price.
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| Company | Agilent Technologies | Agilent Technologies | Agilent Technologies |
| Item | Agilent BioTek Synergy LX Multimode Reader | Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 Cell Imaging Multimode Reader | Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 Cell Imaging Multimode Reader |
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| Catalog Number | Synergy LX | Cytation 1 | Cytation 9 |
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| Description | The Agilent BioTek Synergy LX multimode reader automates many common microplate assays. The high-quality optic design ensures excellent data in absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence detection modes. This affordable system is ideal for many common assays including nucleic acid and protein The Agilent BioTek Synergy LX multimode reader automates many common microplate assays. The high-quality optic design ensures excellent data in absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence detection modes. This affordable system is ideal for many common assays including nucleic acid and protein quantification, ELISA, BCA, Bradford, and cell viability. Gen6 data analysis software provides complete reader control and data analysis, and includes many pre-defined experiments, ready to customize for your assays. Synergy LX is available with a large touch screen user interface and onboard software for endpoint measurements and analysis.... Read More | The Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 cell imaging multimode reader combines fluorescence and high contrast brightfield imaging with conventional multimode detection. This affordable imaging reader delivers performance and economy compared to other digital microscopy systems. The BioTek Cytation 1 design The Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 cell imaging multimode reader combines fluorescence and high contrast brightfield imaging with conventional multimode detection. This affordable imaging reader delivers performance and economy compared to other digital microscopy systems. The BioTek Cytation 1 design provides both quantitative phenotypic cellular data with well-based quantitative data. The multimode detection module has high sensitivity filter-based fluorescence and a monochromator for UV-Vis absorbance. Temperature control and shaking are standard. CO2/O2 control and reagent injectors are available. Agilent BioTek Gen5 software simplifies image capture and plate reading.... Read More | The Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 cell imaging multimode reader is the next evolution in the Cytation portfolio, merging sophisticated hybrid microplate detection with both widefield inverted and upright microscopy. This modular, future-proofed platform is engineered to evolve with your research, The Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 cell imaging multimode reader is the next evolution in the Cytation portfolio, merging sophisticated hybrid microplate detection with both widefield inverted and upright microscopy. This modular, future-proofed platform is engineered to evolve with your research, offering a starting point of microscopy, multimode detection, or a powerful combination of both.
The advanced hybrid optics use variable bandwidth monochromators and high-performance filters to deliver unmatched sensitivity for demanding assays, such as Alpha and TR-FRET. For high-performance microscopy, a redesigned five-position filter carrier supports four imaging cubes alongside a dedicated laser autofocus module, ensuring rapid and consistent focus for complex three-dimensional (3D) biological samples.
To support sensitive live-cell kinetic studies, an optional integrated CO2/O2 gas control module and dual-reagent injectors provide precise environmental and liquid handling control. For long-term culturing of complex models, such as organoids and stem-cell-derived lineages, Cytation 9 integrates seamlessly with the Agilent BioTek BioSpa 8 automated incubator to provide essential humidity control. Whether used as a standalone unit or integrated into high-throughput automation, Cytation 9 is truly ready for any assay.
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- Streamlined Discovery: A single, comprehensive platform that covers a diverse set of biochemical and cell-based assays.
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Richer Cellular Insights: Capture more data per well with an expanded image cube capacity and enhanced optics.
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Optimized Workflow Speed: Experience faster imaging throughput to move from raw samples to analyzed results more efficiently.
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Superior Kinetic Data: Software-controlled gas modules create a stable, monitored environment for live cell studies.
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Ready for Any Assay: The modular design grows with your lab, allowing you to add imaging modes as needs evolve.
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| Reading Modes | UV-Vis absorbance, Fluorescence intensity, Luminescence | Endpoint, kinetic, spectral scanning, well area scanning | Multi-mode & imaging |
| Optical System | Monochromator or Filter-based | Monochromator system, Filter system | Inquire |
| Wavelength Range | 200 nm to 999 nm, in 1 nm increments (Absorbance)
320 to 700 nm (low noise PMT), 320 to 850 nm (red-shifted PMT) | 200 to 700 nm | Inquire |
| Plate Formats | 6 to 384-well plates | 6- to 1536-well plates | 6- to 1536-well plates, 35 and 60 mm cell culture dishes, T25 flasks, slides, hemocytometers, chamber slides |
| Temperature Control | Inquire | 4-Zone incubation to 45 °C with Condensation Control™; Variation +0.2 °C at 37 °C | Inquire |
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