TriTek announces the AutoComet™ III, an automatic image acquisition and cross-platform data analysis system designed specifically for the high-throughput comet assay. This self-contained multi-slide stage and imaging robot accommodates 4 microscope slides standard, or an optional 20 slide capacity cassette. Patent-pending LightTight™ construction, coupled with an optimized illumination scheme and intensified digital camera, extends comet life without the use of anti-fade. Additionally, illumination is removed automatically when cells are not being imaged to preserve fluorophore performance.

Image acquisition is accomplished through the use of proprietary auto-segmentation algorithms. Comets are also scored automatically using published and accepted equations. Results are stored in an internal, GLP-compliant database, allowing secure review and analysis via Mozilla Firefox on virtually any operating system.

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