System, apparatus and method for sequential analysis of complex matrix samples for reliable bacterial detection and drug sensitivity prediction using a flow cytometer

摘要

Automated sequential analysis of complex matrix samples to reliably detect bacteria in body fluid samples is accomplished using a processor-controlled robotic liquid handling system and flow cytometer. Disclosed are systems, devices and methods for sequential analysis of complex matrix samples for reliable bacterial detection and drug sensitivity prediction. A compensation technique for improving the accuracy of counting large sample populations with a flow cytometer is also disclosed. [Selected figure] Figure 7