What is Fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS)?

Fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) is a specialized type of lymphocyte flow cytometry. It provides a method for sorting a heterogeneous mixture of biological cells into two or more containers, one cell at a time, based upon the specific light scattering and fluorescent characteristics of each cell. It is a useful scientific instrument, as it provides fast, objective and quantitative recording of fluorescent signals from individual cells as well as physical separation of cells of particular interest. BD FACSCalibur or FACSCanto are the most use sorters.

November 2, 2019