For any testing method, it is important to ensure the reliability of data across experiments and across laboratories. When specifically considering a flow cytometric scoring method such as this, it is critical to have a standard, reliable approach for defining the analysis regions. MicroFlow Kits make use of cells infected with the rodent parasite Plasmodium berghei to accomplish these goals. The amount of DNA in a malaria parasite is constant and is also similar to the amount of DNA contained in micronuclei. These cells are therefore an ideal choice for this purpose, and their use greatly improves the quality of data obtained.

The use of this biological standard with every analysis continually ensures that the flow cytometer is optimized for accurate and reliable micronucleus measurement.