MMI CellScan whole slide imaging with laser microdissection

MMI CellScan by Molecular Machines & Industries (MMI) is a microscopy-based slide scanner that allows users to scan full-resolution digital slides, annotate their selection and cut cells by laser microdissection — all in one system. In addition, the product can be used as a standalone slide scanner supporting all functionalities of the user’s microscope. The module fully integrates into any workflow, with applications in pathology, oncology, diagnostics, forensics and more.

The 20x objective of the microscope and the high-sensitivity CMOS camera ensure an area of 15 x 15 mm is scanned in less than 75 s, which corresponds to 10 min for a full slide (75 x 25 mm). In addition, the individual focus map ensures that every single image is acquired in the optimal focus point.

The system combines full-resolution, whole slide scanning with absolute positioning for subsequent laser microdissection. Its flexible and quick slide scanning is compatible with all MMI products, all objectives, most microscopes and most slide viewers.

The product is said to offer improved handling of sensitive fluorescent samples by annotating users’ selection without prolonged exposure to photo-bleaching light. It is designed to help pathologists and researchers reduce their hands-on time but contribute their expertise using the easy-to-use on-screen annotation feature.

The system offers ultrafast data processing and slide viewing at any zoom level, down to the single pixel. It documents all steps of the user’s work with full-resolution images.