Labtro Immuno Autostainer LT-IS101: 48-Slide High-Throughput IHC Staining for US Laboratories
Labtro Immuno Autostainer LT-IS101 – 48 slides/run, 64 reagent positions, 50 µL minimum dispensing volume, 110V or 220V power options
The Labtro LT-IS101 immuno stainer for US laboratories delivers fully automated immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining with programmable dispensing volumes (50 µL, 100 µL, 150 µL, or 200 µL increments) across 64 reagent positions. Process up to 48 slides per run for paraffin-embedded, frozen (refrigerated), punctured microtome sections, and cell smear specimens in histopathology, clinical diagnosis, and medical research settings.
Product URL: https://www.labtro.com/immunohistochemistry-stainer/lt-is101
Throughput & Sample Handling for US Labs
Minimum dispensing volume
50, 100, 150, or 200 µL (selectable)
≤60 dB(A) — quiet operation for open-plan labs
110V or 220V — US-compatible 110V configuration available
The adjustable antibody dropping rate accommodates different tissue section types, ensuring optimal reagent coverage without waste. Multiple stainers can be managed from a single computer simultaneously — ideal for laboratories scaling IHC capacity over time.
Physical Specifications for US Lab Integration
40.0 × 26.2 × 20.5 inches
43.3 × 29.5 × 28.0 inches
Benchtop footprint: 40 × 26.2 inches — fits standard laboratory benches. Allow additional clearance for loading and ventilation.
Key Features for US Clinical & Research Laboratories
48-Slide Capacity per Run – Process up to 48 slides in a single automated run. Suitable for mid- to high-volume histopathology labs, research institutes, and clinical diagnostic facilities.
64 Reagent Positions – Accommodate primary antibodies, secondary antibodies, chromogens (DAB, AEC, permanent red), buffers, and counterstains without frequent reloading.
Selectable Dispensing Volumes – Choose 50 µL, 100 µL, 150 µL, or 200 µL increments per reagent. Adjustable antibody dropping rates for different tissue section types (paraffin vs. frozen vs. cell smears).
Per-Run Reagent Volume Checks – Automated verification of sufficient reagent volumes before each run prevents incomplete staining.
User-Specified Protocols – Program and store custom IHC staining protocols. Each protocol can define reagent order, incubation times, temperature settings, and dispensing volumes.
Quiet Operation – ≤60 dB(A) noise level — suitable for open-plan laboratories without dedicated noise isolation.
Hands-Free Operation – Once loaded, the autostainer executes the entire IHC workflow without manual intervention, reducing technician time and handling variability.
Multi-Unit Management – Control several stainers from a single computer simultaneously — scalable for laboratories expanding IHC capacity.
Password Protection – Integrated access control prevents unauthorized protocol changes or run interruptions, supporting audit trail requirements.
Robust Design – Engineered for continuous daily operation in high-throughput histopathology and research environments.
The LT-IS101 accommodates a wide range of specimen types commonly processed in US pathology and research laboratories:
Paraffin-embedded sections
Routine diagnostic IHC (breast cancer, lymphoma, etc.)
Refrigerated (frozen) sections
Rapid intraoperative consultation, immunofluorescence
Punctured microtome sections
Small biopsy samples (liver, kidney, prostate cores)
Cytology specimens (fine needle aspirates, body fluids)
Applications Across US Laboratory Settings
Histopathology laboratories
Routine diagnostic IHC for cancer subtyping (breast, colon, lung, prostate)
Clinical diagnostic laboratories
Biomarker detection (ER, PR, HER2, PD-L1, Ki-67, etc.)
Medical research institutes
Translational research, biomarker discovery, clinical trial support
Academic pathology departments
Teaching and research IHC with standardized protocols
Pharmaceutical research facilities
Preclinical and clinical trial tissue analysis
High-volume IHC service for external clients
Workflow Integration for US Laboratories
The LT-IS101 integrates into existing histopathology workflows:
Slide preparation – Mount sections on standard glass slides (no proprietary slide requirements)
Protocol selection – Load user-specified program from touchscreen or connected computer
Reagent loading – Place primary antibodies, secondary antibodies, chromogens, and buffers in 64 reagent positions
Automated processing – Deparaffinization (if applicable), antigen retrieval, antibody application, washing, chromogen development, counterstaining
Unload and coverslip – Slides ready for microscopic evaluation and archival
Multi-unit management allows one technician to operate multiple stainers simultaneously — scaling throughput without proportional staff increase.
Selection Criteria: When to Specify the LT-IS101
US laboratory managers evaluating IHC autostainers should consider the LT-IS101 for:
Matches mid- to high-volume clinical and research labs
Supports complex multiplex IHC without frequent reloading
Adjustable dispensing (50–200 µL)
Optimizes reagent use for different tissue section types
Paraffin + frozen + cell smears
Versatile specimen compatibility across multiple lab sections
Direct US operation — no transformer required
Multi-unit computer control
Scalable for expanding IHC volume
Meets CAP/CLIA audit trail expectations
Compare with lower-capacity systems (24–36 slides): The LT-IS101's 48-slide capacity reduces the number of runs per day, lowering reagent waste from daily startup/cleaning cycles and reducing technician hours spent loading/unloading.
Compare with higher-throughput systems (100+ slides): The LT-IS101 fits laboratories that do not require industrial-scale IHC but have outgrown benchtop manual or semi-automated stainers.
Power & Installation for US Facilities
110V or 220V — order US-compatible 110V configuration
Typical power consumption
US standard 3-prong (type B) on 110V configuration
Benchtop (40 × 26.2 inch footprint)
Allow 6–8 inches on sides for ventilation and loading
No voltage converter required when ordered with 110V configuration.
Quiet operation – ≤60 dB(A) — meets typical US laboratory noise standards
Password protection – Supports audit trail and access control requirements
Per-run reagent volume checks – Reduces incomplete runs due to insufficient reagents
User-specified protocols – Fully customizable for laboratory-specific IHC panels
Robust design – Engineered for continuous daily operation
Immuno autostainer unit with 48-slide capacity
64 reagent position carousel
Power cord (110V US configuration or 220V — specify at order)
Computer control software (multiple stainer management)
Operation manual with protocol templates
Installation and calibration documentation
Consumables (order separately):
Standard glass slides (no proprietary requirements)
Reagents (primary antibodies, secondary antibodies, chromogens, buffers, counterstains) — open system, no proprietary reagent lock
The Labtro Immuno Autostainer LT-IS101 delivers 48-slide IHC staining capacity with 64 reagent positions and selectable dispensing volumes (50–200 µL) for US clinical and research laboratories. Specimen compatibility includes paraffin, frozen, punctured microtome sections, and cell smears. Multi-unit computer control allows scalable operation. US-compatible 110V power configuration available.
Product URL: https://www.labtro.com/in/en/immunohistochemistry-stainer/lt-is101