The SickKids-UHN Flow Cytometry Facility at TMDT
This Flow Cytometry Facility (FCF) is jointly operated by SickKids and the University Health Network (UHN). We provide academic and corporate clients with access to several state-of-the-art analytical flow cytometers as well as high-speed cell sorting services. We also offer comprehensive training and education as well as expert consultation services to enable our users to utilize this technology to enhance the scope and quality of their research.
News
Note: for the most up-to-date information regarding instrument status see the "My Announcements" section of the online booking system.
May 26, 2010
All FCF data (self-acquired or operator-acquired) must be transferred via the Serrate server starting June 1, 2010 - USB keys will not be permitted.
Instructions on how to transfer data are posted by each instrument and can also be found here.
May 18, 2010
FACSCalibur Officially Retired
After many years of service the FACSCalibur has officially been retired and will no longer be in service.
March 25, 2010
New Gowning Policy for Flow Facility beginning Tuesday March 30, 2010
Starting Tuesday March 30, 2010, gowns (which will be provided) must be donned upon entry into the FCF facility (rooms 2-504 & 2-203) and discarded upon exit. Gloves (provided by the facility) must also be worn when operating the instruments and handling samples.
March 12, 2010
FACScan Officially Retired
After many years of service the FACScan has officially been retired and will no longer be in service.
Website construction
- Please bear with us as we are in the process of updating our website to better serve you!
- Updates include a new "Getting Started" page for new users and training info, a new "Home and News" page, updated Biosafety Policies and Procedures, an updated instrumentation section and more…