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The use of quantum dot nanocrystals in multicolor flow cytometry
Author(s) -
Chattopadhyay Pratip K.,
Perfetto Stephen P.,
Yu Joanne,
Roederer Mario
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
wiley interdisciplinary reviews: nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.175
H-Index - 72
eISSN - 1939-0041
pISSN - 1939-5116
DOI - 10.1002/wnan.75
Subject(s) - quantum dot , nanotechnology , flow cytometry , realm , nanocrystal , computer science , materials science , biology , microbiology and biotechnology , political science , law
Because of their unique fluorescence properties, quantum dots (QDs) represent a promising new technology in the realm of multicolor flow cytometry. Although commercial reagents and applications for the technology are still in the early phases of their development, the strategies and considerations necessary for successful use are becoming known. This article discusses the value of QDs in multicolor flow cytometry, introduces strategies to successfully incorporate QDs into routine use, and highlights emerging applications of the technology. WIREs Nanomed Nanobiotechnol 2010 2 334–348 This article is categorized under: Diagnostic Tools > In Vitro Nanoparticle-Based Sensing Nanotechnology Approaches to Biology > Nanoscale Systems in Biology