Cytometry
Cytometry
Cytometry (pronounced: /sɪˈtɒmɪtri/) is a technique used to measure physical and chemical characteristics of cells and cell components. The term is derived from the Greek words "kytos" meaning "hollow, as a cell or container" and "metron" meaning "measure".
History
The concept of cytometry has been around since the late 19th century, but it wasn't until the invention of the flow cytometer in the 1960s that the field truly began to develop.
Types of Cytometry
There are several types of cytometry, including:
- Flow Cytometry: This is the most common type of cytometry, which uses a laser to excite fluorescently labeled cells as they pass through a detection apparatus.
- Image Cytometry: This type uses images to measure the physical and chemical characteristics of cells.
- Acoustic Cytometry: This type uses sound waves to measure the characteristics of cells.
Applications
Cytometry has a wide range of applications in both research and clinical settings. It is used in fields such as immunology, oncology, hematology, and microbiology.
Related Terms
- Cell Sorting: A process used in flow cytometry to separate cells based on their properties.
- Fluorescence: A property used in cytometry to label cells and measure their characteristics.
- Cell Cycle Analysis: A common application of cytometry, used to study the growth and division of cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cytometry
- Wikipedia's article - Cytometry
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