Artel Simplifies the Verification of Low-Volume DMSO Dispenses

Description

This content is a video presentation detailing a methodology developed by Artel for verifying the accuracy and precision of low-volume liquid handling when dispensing dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). DMSO is a common solvent in compound management and assay development, but its hygroscopic and viscous properties can challenge automated liquid handlers, leading to volumetric errors. The video likely explains the use of Artel's proprietary verification technology, such as the PCS (Pipette Calibration System) or a similar photometric-based system, to quantify dispense performance specifically for DMSO. The process involves dispensing dyed DMSO into a microplate and using a reader to measure absorbance, which correlates directly to volume. This allows for rapid, non-destructive testing of multiple dispensers across a range of volumes. The aim is to provide laboratories with a simplified, standardized, and traceable method to ensure data integrity in critical workflows like high-throughput screening and sample preparation where DMSO is used.