The wide range of training options for your BD FACSLyric™ Cell Analyzer includes hands-on instructor-led training as well as self-paced e-Learning and product resources. No matter your preferred style of learning, we have training options to help you make the most of your scientific endeavors.
View our self-paced e-Learning to learn more about your instrument and software. Most of our courses begin with an introduction to the topic and end with a short quiz to check your knowledge.
BD FACSLyric™ System Overview Course
This course will introduce you to the BD FACSLyric™ Cell Analyzer. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Identify the external components of the BD FACSLyric™ Cell Analyzer.
Describe the cytometer subsystems and their functions.
BD FACSuite™ Application Overview
This course will introduce you to the software and its functions. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Navigate through the different workspaces in the software.
Describe the function of each workspace.
BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application Overview
This course will introduce you to the clinical software and its functions. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Describe the main difference between BD FACSuite™ Application and BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application.
Describe the main workflow steps when using the clinical software.
Our operator training courses are designed to quickly get you up and running on your instrument. Our courses are delivered in small class sizes with a 2-to-1 ratio of learners-to-instrument to provide plenty of hands-on time and opportunity to get comfortable with the day-to-day operation of the software and cytometer.
BD FACSLyric™ Flow Cytometer Operator Training Courses
This course provides you with the practical knowledge and skills to acquire and analyze multicolor data and perform maintenance tasks.
In this class, you will learn:
General principles of flow cytometry
Cytometer operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting hardware and software issues
Cytometer setup and compensation
Data acquisition and analysis and data management using BD FACSuite™ Application
If applicable, data acquisition and analysis using BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application
If applicable, data acquisition using the BD FACS™ Universal Loader
Intended Audience: New operators or operators who have not had formal training on this cytometer.
Prerequisites: None
Want to attend a class? Click Request Course to complete the training request form to attend a training class at one of the following locations.
Training at BD
Join us at our BD Biosciences Training Center
Location: San Jose, CA
Duration: 3 days or 3.5 days (with BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application)
Training virtually at your location
Training delivered online through a web conferencing application. This training will use the instrument and software in your lab.
Location: Online
Duration: 3 days or 3.5 days (with BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application)
A one-hour orientation will be conducted several weeks prior to the scheduled class.
Custom training at your site
Pre-arrange with the instructor the topics and number of training days needed. Choose the topics for your training from a list of available training topics.
To get the most out of training, hands-on practice is limited to a maximum of two participants for the training session.
If more than two participants require hands-on training, purchase additional days of training. Instructor travel and lodging are included in the per-day price. Training is also available virtually.
Use these resources to learn more about your cytometer.
Job Aids and Quick Reference Guides
BD FACSuite™ Application Workflow
BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application Workflow
BD FACSuite™ Software and BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application with the LIS Interface Solution
BD FACSuite™ Application: Adding new fluorochromes to a configuration
BD FACSuite™Application: Transferring BD FACSuite™CS&T Bead lots
Product pages
Visit the product page of your cytometer for a full list of resources available.
BD FACSLyric™ Flow Cytometers are Class 1 Laser Products.
The BD FACSLyric™ Flow Cytometer is for In Vitro Diagnostic Use with the BD FACSuite™ Clinical Application for up to six colors.
The BD FACSLyric™ Flow Cytometer is for Research Use Only with the BD FACSuite™ Application for up to 12 colors. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
