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ViaComp®

Overview

ViaComp® Viability controls are precision engineered 2‑in‑1 synthetic cell mimics designed to replicate the staining behavior of real cells for both DNA‑intercalating dyes (such as 7‑AAD and PI) and amine‑reactive viability dyes. Each drop contains a pre‑mixed suspension of positive and negative control particles that generate clear, well‑separated fluorescence peaks, enabling accurate identification of live and dead cell populations.

Unlike biological materials, ViaComp controls provide consistent and reproducible performance across operators and instruments. The ready‑to‑use dropper format streamlines workflow integration and eliminates the variability, fragility and preparation requirements associated with cell‑based controls.

ViaComp controls have been verified and validated on analytical flow cytometers and is intended for research use only.

Product details

SpecificationValue
FormatReady-to-use dropper; single vial with pre-mixed positive and negative control particles (2-in-1)
Available Sizes50 tests (SSB-07-A)
Dye CompatibilityDNA intercalating dyes (7-AAD, PI) and amine-reactive viability dyes
Signal PerformanceExceptionally bright positive signals with no non-specific binding in the negative population
ApplicationViability staining controls, live/dead cell population identification, assay development, and flow cytometry QC
Instrument CompatibilityVerified and validated on analytical flow cytometers; compatible across multiple instrument platforms
Handling & SafetyNo special handling or safety precautions required; no preparation steps needed
Intended UseResearch use only
ManufacturerSlingshot Biosciences

ViaComp®

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Price$240.00

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Journal from Medical Sciences :Evaluation of Cell Mimics as Potential Quality Controls for Human Leukocyte Immunophenotyping

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Standardization and Calibration of Flow Cytometry Using Synthetic Cells with Multi-level Forward and Side Scatter

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