Table 1 Comparison of approximate time needed to analyse one sample for assays using synapse microarray versus traditional coculture.

From: Synapse microarray identification of small molecules that enhance synaptogenesis

 

Synapse microarray

Traditional coculture

Number of images

10

10

Number of data points*

>200

<80

Image acquisition

100 s

250 s

Outline ROI

20 s

1,000 s

Data analysis

80 s

250 s

Total time

200 s

1,500 s

  1. *Each data point corresponds to one microwell for assays using synapse microarrays, or one HEK293 cell for assays using traditional coculture.