The SomaScope™ MK II from Delta Instruments is a stand-alone somatic cell counter that combines ease-of-use with low cost ownership and the latest flow cytometer. The result is cost-effective ownership, maintenance, and operation combined with fast results and easy calibration that exceed IDF/ISO/FDA/NCIMS standards.

 

Some stand-out features of the SomaScope MK II:

Analysis for Somatic Cells in cow, sheep, goat, buffalo and camel milk

FDA/NCIMS approved technology

Proven flow-cytometry technology

Low maintenance costs

Non-mutagenic staining solution

Accurate readings at low or high somatic cell levels

Hot-Line® Technical Service available 24/7

Applications:

Dairy processors

Payment laboratories

Veterinary laboratories

Dairy herd improvement (DHI) laboratories

Delta Instruments, An Advanced Instruments Company, offers the following on all products we sell:

FREE Installation

FREE Training

FREE (no-lease) Calibrations

FREE Calibration support for life

FREE Starter kit

1-year Warranty

 

How it Works:
Flow cytometry is an analytical technique recognized by the International Dairy Federation (IDF) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA/NCIMS). A flow cytometer is used to produce a laminar flow of the somatic cells through the measuring cell. Dual photomultiplier tubes ensure that every somatic cell is counted.

 

Delta Instruments SomaScope™ MK II Technical Specifications

Employed technique: Fluorescence flow cytometry - staining with DAPI

Fluid system: Sampler utilizing fixed volume loop injection, staining through mixing at room temperature in self-rinsing (rotating) cups, with cells counted in an absolute volume.

Measuring speed: 200 - 400 samples per hour

Accuracy (CV **): < 10% relative to direct microscopic somatic cells count

Repeatability (CV **):
< 6% below 105 cells/ml
4% at 3 x 105 cells/ml
< 3% between 0.5 – 1 x 106 cells/ml

Measuring range: up to 107 cells/ml

Sample volume: typical 2 ml

Sample temperature: 40° Celsius

Carry-over: < 1%

System dimensions (HWD): 37 cm x 75 cm x 44 cm

Sample condition: Fresh or preserved

Power supply: 110 V to 230 V, 50 Hz to 60 Hz, 500 VAC