Combining the best in Flow Cytometry & Mass Spectrometry - At Single Cell Resolution
The Lunarion®
Next Resolution in Medicine
The Lunarion® from Polaris Biology is a state-of-the-art mass cytometry platform combining the high-dimensional power of time-of-flight mass spectrometry with the versatility of flow cytometry. Designed for both research and clinical use, it delivers unparalleled resolution, sensitivity, and throughput for comprehensive single-cell proteomic profiling.
The Breakthrough Single-Cell Technology
How Lunarion® Makes It Possible
In complex tissues, each cell type plays a unique role — and subtle changes at the single-cell level can define health, disease progression, or therapeutic response. Bulk analysis masks this diversity, averaging signals and overlooking rare but critical cell populations. Single-cell analysis uncovers this hidden heterogeneity, revealing cell-specific protein expression, functional states, and interactions that drive biological outcomes.
How Lunarion® Makes It Possible
Mass cytometry uses stable metal isotopes to tag antibodies, replacing traditional fluorophores and eliminating issues like spectral overlap and autofluorescence. In the Lunarion® system, each cell passes through an inductively coupled plasma (ICP), where the metal tags are ionized and precisely measured by a high-resolution time-of-flight (TOF) mass spectrometer. This allows simultaneous detection of up to 140 parameters per cell with exceptional accuracy and minimal signal spillover. The result is a true high-dimensional fingerprint of every single cell, enabling researchers to deeply profile immune landscapes, identify rare populations, and discover novel biomarkers — all in one efficient assay.
Compatible with cytometry tubes, 96-well and deep-well plates, with built-in cooling for sample integrity.
Delivers consistent, high-throughput acquisition while minimizing manual handling.
Unattended fluidics maintenance ensures system reliability and prevents clogging.
Fully integrated cleaning and waste management for hassle-free daily operation.
Extensive library of validated metal-tagged antibodies for diverse research applications.
Supports ready-to-use panels or fully customizable designs for targeted single-cell studies.
Dimensions (LxWxH) | 1243 mm x 752 mm x 992 mm |
Weight | 360 kg |
Resolution | 800-1200 |
Sample Introduction | Automatic |
Sample Size | 30 uL - 4.5 mL |
Flow Rate | 80 uL/min |
Average Event Rate | 500-1,000 cells/s |
Maximum Event Rate | 2,000 cells/s |
Calibration | Automatic |
Dynamic range | 4.5 Orders of Magnitude |
Channels | 141 |
Mass Range | 70-210 amu |
Replicate Sample CV | <2% |
TOF Pulser Frequency | > 125KHz |
ADC Conversion Rate | > 2Gs/s |
Operating System | Windows |
UI Language | English, Chinese |
We look forward to learn more about your research scope and how we may provide support for high precision, quantitative and ultra-sensitive applications
