BD CellQuest Pro Software Reference Manual

About this manual

This manual describes the setup and operation of BD CellQuest Pro software for flow cytometry. It is intended for laboratory personnel and experienced flow cytometry operators who use a Mac OS X system.

The guide includes chapters on installing the software, becoming familiar with the interface, creating and formatting plots, optimizing instrument electronics, acquiring data, defining regions and gates, performing statistical analysis, and publishing results. Appendices provide keyboard shortcuts and snap‑to‑region details, followed by a glossary and index.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Installing BD CellQuest Pro
• Becoming Familiar with the Software
• Plots
• Optimizing Instrument Electronics
• Acquiring Data
• Regions and Gates
• Statistics
• Analyzing Data
• Publishing and Presenting Data

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What operating system is required for BD CellQuest Pro software?

The software requires a Mac OS X operating system.

Where can I find a list of keyboard shortcuts for BD CellQuest Pro?

Appendix A of the manual provides a useful list of keyboard shortcuts.

How can I export plots as PDF files?

Use the Export command in the Plots menu to save plots as PDF files.