Instrument Training

Training is NOT required for staff-assisted instrument use.  For those wishing to run samples independently, steps for instrument training are outlined below. 

If you have any training specific questions please email us.

Pre-requisite for ALL analyzer/sorter training: 

• Completion/understanding of BD’s “Introduction to Flow Cytometry” course module (requires Flash Player - not viewable using Chrome web browser)

**Click on each instrument to see the training details

ANALYZER Training

AURORA

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1.  1:1 with a Training Operator ($ instr + op)
2. 1:1 with a Training Operator, bring small sample with controls ($ instr + op)
3 and beyond.  1:1 with a Training Operator, user runs experiments with staff oversight ($ instr + op)

QUANTEON/PENTEON

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1.  Quanteon small group (1.5 hours):  weekly, no samples needed ($120/session)
2. 1:1 with a Training Operator, bring small sample with controls ($ instr + op)
3 and beyond.  1:1 with a Training Operator, user runs experiments with staff oversight ($ instr + op)

LSRII, LSRII-2, LSRII-UV, Symphony, Fortessa

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1. ‘LSRII #1’ self-paced videos - must bring notes for QC to the LSRII#2 session https://stanfordmedicine.box.com/v/LSR-no1-Training-Video
2. ‘LSRII #2’ small group:  Hands-on lab session; once per week, no samples needed ($120/session)
3. 1:1 with a Training Operator, bring small sample with controls ($ instr + op)
4 and beyond.  1:1 with a Training Operator, user runs experiments with staff oversight ($ instr + op)

SORTER Training

MIKADO (Sony SH800) 

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1.  1:1 with a Training Operator—book at least 2 hours ($ instr + op)
2. 1:1 with a Training Operator, bring small sample with controls—book at least 2 hours ($ instr + op)
3 and beyond.  1:1 with a Training Operator, user runs experiments with staff oversight ($ instr + op)

SATCHMO (FACSJazz) 

(Reservation instructions)(Details) No training is being offered.

1. 1:1 with a Training Operator, no samples needed ($ instr + op)
2. 1:1 with a Training Operator, bring small sample with controls ($ instr + op)
3 and beyond.  1:1 with a Training Operator, user runs experiments with staff oversight ($ instr + op)

FACSAria SORTERS: ARIA, VERDI, AIDA, PICI, FALSTAFF, COSTELLO, DONCARLO 

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Pre-requisite for ALL FACSAria training:  LSRII #1 and #2 is REQUIRED; significant flow cytometry experience is highly recommended.

Certification for ALL Instruments:

When user demonstrates independent operation and collection of quality data