CAMAG BioLuminizer™ for bioluminescence detection

Toxicity screening of complex mixtures following separation on a HPTLC plate is a new technique invented by Bayer Now Chromadex has incorporated this technology into a commercial kit (BioLuminex™) utilizing the bioluminescent bacteria, Vibrio fischeri. Following separation, detection is required.

The CAMAG Bioluminizer™ is the perfect detector for this exceptionally innovative approach.

CAMAG created an optimised system for detecting bioluminescence patterns on TLC plates. The BioLuminizer™ is the system, which has been specifically designed to balance the need for sensitivity, cost effectiveness and ease of use.

State of the Art Bioluminescence detection

• High resolution cooled CCD camera with a first grade chip of the latest generation
• Exceptionally high quantum efficiency of up to 65% for short exposure times
• State of the art 16 bit data acquisition detects smallest change in intensity
• Resolution optimised to resolve all details of the TLC plate following treatment with Bioluminex™

Perfect conditions for Vibrio fischeri

• Optimized TLC plate compartment to preseve a favourable environment for luminsecent bacteria like Vibrio fischeri
• No dry-out, the bacteria are kept moist and luminescent for hours
• Stable environmnent allowing long-term and differential measurements
• Predictable bioluminescence activity for reproducable results
• Compact system, user-friendly handling and easy to clean and set up