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Can the Top Count reader by PerkinElmer be used with the KX2 robot?

The Top Count reader from PerkinElmer can indeed be automated using the KX2 robot and software by PAA. We already have the driver written. This integration enables seamless automation of sample handling, processing, and analysis tasks, enhancing throughput and efficiency in laboratory workflows. With the KX2 robot and software by PAA, users can automate various assays and experiments, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and scalability in their research or screening processes.


Overview of Top Count reader instrument

The Top Count reader by PerkinElmer is a state-of-the-art instrument designed for high-throughput screening and analysis in the fields of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences. This cutting-edge reader offers precise and rapid detection of radiometric and luminescent signals, making it ideal for various applications.

Applications of the Top Count reader include:

  1. Drug Discovery: Accelerating the drug discovery process by enabling rapid screening of compound libraries for drug candidates.

  2. Radioligand Binding Assays: Facilitating the study of receptor-ligand interactions for drug development and pharmacological research.

  3. Kinase Assays: Enabling the measurement of kinase activity for drug target validation and lead optimization.

  4. GPCR Assays: Supporting the study of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) for drug discovery and functional analysis.

  5. Enzyme Assays: Providing high-throughput analysis of enzyme activity for biochemical and biophysical research.

The Top Count reader finds applications across various industries, including:

  1. Pharmaceutical: Supporting drug discovery, lead optimization, and compound profiling in pharmaceutical companies.

  2. Biotechnology: Facilitating high-throughput screening and analysis in biotechnology firms for therapeutic development and biomarker discovery.

  3. Contract Research Organizations (CROs): Offering high-throughput screening services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies for drug discovery projects.

  4. Academic Research: Providing researchers in academic institutions with the tools for conducting large-scale screening experiments in drug discovery and basic research.

  5. Clinical Research: Supporting clinical research studies by enabling high-throughput screening of potential drug candidates and biomarkers.

The Top Count reader is a versatile and indispensable tool for researchers and scientists engaged in high-throughput screening and analysis, offering unmatched speed, sensitivity, and reliability for a wide range of applications in drug discovery and life sciences.

Overview of Top Count reader instrument

How can I automate my device?

For a full automation of your instrument with KX2 robot you will need:

KX2 - Collaborative Laboratory Robot
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Overlord™ – Laboratory Automation Software
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Hotel Rack, Universal, Side Grip
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Are you considering to integrate it into a bigger project? We can help you to integrate it into a bigger system with multiple intruments.


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Top Count reader (PerkinElmer) with KX2 robot lab integration

Top Count reader (PerkinElmer) with KX2 robot lab integration

Automate the Top Count reader by PerkinElmer with PAA robots and software for efficient and precise sample analysis. We already have the driver written.

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