Scanning is achieved using the FACScan flow cytometer which is a highly sensitive laser used exclusively for quantitative analysis. The scan is equipped with three fluorescence detectors to measure fluorochromes that excite at 488nm. The FACScan is engineered with fixed optical, electronic, and fluidic components that cannot be reconfigured.
Sorted cells are sterile and can be put into culture or used for other experiments.
The Vantage is equipped with multiple lasers allowing it to analyze up to 7 parameter and is engineered with removable optics that allow the collection of nonstandard emission wavelengths.