The LUNA™ Reusable Slide is used for cell counting with the LUNA™ family of automated cell counters and CELENA™ S Digital Imaging System. The LUNA™ Reusable Slide may be used for both fluorescence and brightfield cell counting.
How to Use the LUNA™ Reusable Slide
Directions for use
- Place a clean LUNA™ Reusable Slide Coverslip carefully on top of the LUNA™ Reusable Slide chamber.
NOTE: Use only the provided coverslip with the LUNA™ Reusable Slide to avoid focusing issues with the LUNA™ family of automated cell counters.
- Place the pipette into the space between slide and coverslip at the edge of the chamber. Fill with 10-12 µL cell suspension.
NOTE: Do not lift the coverslip with the pipette tip.
NOTE: Do not overfill.
- Count the sample with a compatible LUNA™.
Product description
Slide |
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Materials |
Aluminium alloy, glass |
Dimensions (W x D x H) |
75 mm x 25 mm x 2.5 mm |
Chamber volume |
10 μL |
Coverslip |
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Material |
Glass |
Dimensions (W x D x H) |
20 mm x 15 mm x 0.6mm |
Product care
- Rinse the LUNA™ Reusable Slide and Coverslip with tap water followed by 70% ethanol. Handle gently to avoid damage.
- Dry gently and thoroughly with Kimwipes.
- Wrap in lens paper and store in a safe location.
! Do not press down on the LUNA™ Reusable Slide and Coverslip.
! Do not apply excessive force to the slide chamber when handling.
! Do not leave the LUNA™ Reusable Slide and Coverslip in solvents for extended periods of time.
! Do not sonicate the LUNA™ Reusable Slide and Coverslip.