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NanoString nCounter Sprint, Max Profilers

Jul 16, 2015

NanoString has launched new versions of its nCounter system for research with the Sprint and Max systems.  

The nCounter Sprint is designed for individual researchers, offering a smaller footprint and integrating sample prep and analysis into a single instrument, minimizing manual steps.

The nCounter Max updates the research use only system for the needs of a research core laboratory. It offers enhanced security, controlled access, automated data transfer and higher sample throughput.

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