Abstract: The invention provides analyzers that improve tests for detecting specific cellular, viral, and molecular targets in clinical, industrial, or environmental samples. The invention permits efficient and specific selection and sensitive imaging detection of individual microscopic targets at low magnification. Automated embodiments allow efficient walk-away, on-demand, random-access high-throughput testing. The analyzers perform tests without requiring wash steps thus streamlining engineering and lowering costs. Thus, the invention provides analyzers that can deliver rapid, accurate, and quantitative, easy-to-use, and cost-effective tests for analytes.

Abstract: A device for mixing or otherwise processing compositions at preselected temperatures, comprising a container for receiving the composition ingredients; a jacket member disposed about the container at a spaced distance therefrom so as to form a substantially sealed area therebetween; a unit for introducing fluid flow through the area defined by the relationship between the jacket member and the container; and wherein the jacket member includes a plurality of inlet ports disposed substantially evenly about an end portion of the jacket member for receiving the fluid which is introduced into the defined area, so as to maintain the container at a substantially uniform temperature.