As a result of the Human Genome Project, DNA sequences specific to individual genes are now known. This information provides researchers with the first step toward determining the genetic basis of disease, and in turn will drive the development and manufacture of new medicines to combat specific diseases.

In clinical settings, microarrays (or gene chips) that contain DNA probes which are specific to a variety of disease markers are used to rapidly determine the presence of disease in the sample. The continuing evolution of microarray technology has led to chips with enormous numbers of features on them. The tiny size of such feature-dense chips, along with the need to access their information in a timely manner, places stringent demands on light detection.

• H9305-03 compact photosensor module: contains 13 mm diameter side-on PMT and power supply circuit. Spectral response from 185 to 900 nm.
• R9110 28 mm side-on PMT: spectral response from 185 to 900 nm. High quantum efficiency.
• R6357 13 mm side-on PMT: spectral response from 185 to 900 nm.
• R3896 28 mm side-on PMT: includes high-sensitivity multialkali photocathode with spectral response from 185 to 900 nm.
• S10202-08 back-thinned CCD image sensor: can be operated in TDI (time delay integration) mode to deliver high sensitivity.
• S10141-1109 back-thinned CCD image sensor: high-resolution, low-noise CCD with built-in thermoelectric cooler.
• C10000-201 TDI board-level camera: provides extremely high sensitivity for low-light-level scanning applications.
• C9260-904 board-level camera: high-resolution, high-sensitivity camera for OEM customers.
• ImagEM electron multiplier CCD camera (C9100-13): wide dynamic range, high-speed readout, and high signal-to-noise ratio. Provides two readout modes, EM-CCD readout and normal CCD readout.

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