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Object[Protocol, AlphaScreen]

Protocol for AlphaScreen measurement of the samples. The samples contain analytes with acceptor and donor AlphaScreen beads. Upon laser excitation at 680nm to the donor AlphaScreen beads, singlet Oxygen is produced and diffuses to the acceptor AlphaScreen beads only when the two beads are in close proximity. The acceptor AlphaScreen beads react with the singlet Oxygen and emit light signal at 570nm which is captured by a detector in plate reader. A plate which contains the AlphaScreen beads and analytes loaded are provided as input and the plate is excited directly and measured in the plate reader. Alternatively, prepared samples may be provided and transferred to an assay plate for AlphaScreen measurement along with control samples for signal normalization.

Organizational Information

    Name

    Name of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String
    Pattern Description: A string.

    ID

    ID of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String
    Pattern Description: The ID of this object.

    Object

    Object of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Object[Protocol, AlphaScreen, _String]
    Pattern Description: The object reference of this object.

    Type

    Type of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Object[Protocol, AlphaScreen]
    Pattern Description: Object[Protocol, AlphaScreen]

    Notebook

    Notebook this object belongs to.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Pattern Description: An object of that matches ObjectP[Object[LaboratoryNotebook]].

    Author

    The investigator who created this protocol.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

General

    DateConfirmed

    The date on which the protocol first entered processing or a backlog.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    DateEnqueued

    The date on which the protocol was accepted and added to the queue.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    DateStarted

    The date on which the protocol moved from the front of the queue to begin running in the lab.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    DateCompleted

    The date on which the last step of this protocol's execution was finished.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    DateCanceled

    The date on which the protocol was canceled and removed from the queue.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    Script

    The script that created this protocol.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    SubprotocolScripts

    All scripts generated by this protocol as a list of subprotocols.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    Site

    The ECL site at which this protocol was executed.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    SamplesIn

    Input samples for this analytical or preparative experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ContainersIn

    Any containers containing this protocols' SamplesIn.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    NumberOfReplicates

    Indicates the number of times the experiment is repeated with identical parameters.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    Status

    The current status of the protocol.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: ProtocolStatusP

    CheckpointProgress

    A listing of all the checkpoints passed in the execution of this protocol.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Name

      Header: Name
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: _String

    [[2]] Start Time

      Header: Start Time
      Class: Date
      Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    [[3]] End Time

      Header: End Time
      Class: Date
      Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ|Null

    SubprotocolDescription

    A short title indicating what this subprotocol accomplishes.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String

    BatchedUnitOperations

    The individual batches of the protocol, as they will be executed in the lab.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ReplacementProtocol

    If this protocol was aborted due to technical reasons, links to the replacement protocol run in its place.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    Sterile

    Indicates if the protocol is performed in a sterile environment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    LiquidHandlingLog

    The instrumentation trace file that monitored and recorded the execution of this robotic liquid handling.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    PooledSamplesIn

    The members of SamplesIn gathered into the pools that are mixed in each AliquotContainer.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: {ObjectReferenceP[Object[Sample]]..}

    NestedIndexMatchingSamplesIn

    The members of SamplesIn gathered into the pools that are mixed in each AliquotContainer.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: {ObjectReferenceP[Object[Sample]]..}

    InitialNitrogenPressure

    The pressure data of the nitrogen gas source before starting the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    NitrogenPressureLog

    The pressure log for the nitrogen gas source for the relevant section of the facility.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    InitialCO2Pressure

    The pressure data of the CO2 gas source before starting the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    CO2PressureLog

    The pressure log for the CO2 gas source for the relevant section of the facility.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    InitialArgonPressure

    The pressure data of the argon gas source before starting the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    HoldOrder

    Indicates if the queue position of this protocol should be strictly enforced, regardless of the available resources in the lab.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    Priority

    Indicates if this protocol should be prioritized to start at the given StartDate, have dedicated operation for its entirety, and not be interrupted by other protocols.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    StartDate

    The date at which this protocol should be prioritized to start.
    Format: Single
    Class: Date
    Programmatic Pattern: _?DateObjectQ

    Branch

    The git branch that this protocol should be run on.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String

    PreparedPlate

    Indicates if the SamplesIn are from a prepared plate. The prepared plate contains the analytes, acceptor and donor AlphaScreen beads that are ready to be excited by AlphaScreen laser for luminescent AlphaScreen measurement in a plate reader. If the 'PreparedPlate' option is False, the samples that contain all the components will be transferred to the 'AssayPlate' for AlphaScreen measurement.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    Instrument

    The plate reader that equipped with AlphaScreen optic module for excitation and signal measurement.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    AssayPlates

    The plates where the samples are transferred and measured in the plate reader.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    AlphaAssayVolume

    The total volume that each sample is transferred to the 'AssayPlate'.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Microliter]

Replicate Experiments

    Template

    The protocol whose option selections should be selected as the default options for this protocol.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ProtocolsTemplated

    Protocols which were generated using this protocol's options as a starting point for its option defaults.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Sample Preparation

    PreparatoryUnitOperations

    A list of transfers, consolidations, aliquots, mixes and dilutions that will be performed in the order listed to prepare samples for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: _ | _

    PreparatoryPrimitives

    A list of transfers, consolidations, aliquots, mixes and dilutions that will be performed in the order listed to prepare samples for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: _ | _

    VolumeCheckSamplePrep

    Indicates if any liquid samples prepared by using the PreparatoryUnitOperations option should have their volumes measured and updated before running the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    IncubateSamplePreparation

    For each member of SamplesIn, parameters describing how the input samples should be heated prior to any aliquoting or the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Incubate]

      Header: Incubate
      Class: Boolean

    [IncubationTemperature]

      Header: IncubationTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [IncubationTime]

      Header: IncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [Mix]

      Header: Mix
      Class: Boolean

    [MixType]

      Header: MixType
      Class: Expression

    [MixUntilDissolved]

      Header: MixUntilDissolved
      Class: Boolean

    [MaxIncubationTime]

      Header: MaxIncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubationInstrument]

    [AnnealingTime]

      Header: AnnealingTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubateAliquotContainer]

      Header: IncubateAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [IncubateAliquot]

      Header: IncubateAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [IncubateAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: IncubateAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    CentrifugeSamplePreparation

    For each member of SamplesIn, parameters describing how the input samples should be spun down prior to any aliquoting or the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Centrifuge]

      Header: Centrifuge
      Class: Boolean

    [CentrifugeInstrument]

    [CentrifugeIntensity]

      Header: CentrifugeIntensity
      Class: VariableUnit

    [CentrifugeTime]

      Header: CentrifugeTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 minute

    [CentrifugeTemperature]

      Header: CentrifugeTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [CentrifugeAliquotContainer]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [CentrifugeAliquot]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    FilterSamplePreparation

    For each member of SamplesIn, parameters describing how particulates should be separated from the input samples prior to any aliquoting or the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Filtration]

      Header: Filtration
      Class: Boolean

    [FiltrationType]

      Header: FiltrationType
      Class: Expression

    [Filter]

    [FilterMaterial]

      Header: FilterMaterial
      Class: Expression

    [FilterPoreSize]

      Header: FilterPoreSize
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 micrometer

    [FilterContainerOut]

      Header: FilterContainerOut
      Class: Expression

    [FilterInstrument]

    [FilterSyringe]

    [FilterHousing]

    [FilterIntensity]

      Header: FilterIntensity
      Class: VariableUnit

    [FilterTime]

      Header: FilterTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 minute

    [FilterTemperature]

      Header: FilterTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [FilterSterile]

      Header: FilterSterile
      Class: Boolean

    [FilterAliquotContainer]

      Header: FilterAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [FilterAliquot]

      Header: FilterAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [PrefilterMaterial]

      Header: PrefilterMaterial
      Class: Expression

    [PrefilterPoreSize]

      Header: PrefilterPoreSize
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 micrometer

    [FilterAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: FilterAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    SamplePreparationProtocols

    Protocols used to mix, centrifuge, incubate, and filter the SamplesIn prior to starting the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    PooledIncubateSample Preparation

    For each member of PooledSamplesIn, parameters describing how the pooled samples should be incubated after aliquoting but prior to the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Incubate]

      Header: Incubate
      Class: Boolean

    [IncubationTemperature]

      Header: IncubationTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [IncubationTime]

      Header: IncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [Mix]

      Header: Mix
      Class: Boolean

    [MixType]

      Header: MixType
      Class: Expression

    [MixUntilDissolved]

      Header: MixUntilDissolved
      Class: Boolean

    [MaxIncubationTime]

      Header: MaxIncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubationInstrument]

    [AnnealingTime]

      Header: AnnealingTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubateAliquotContainer]

      Header: IncubateAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [IncubateAliquot]

      Header: IncubateAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [IncubateAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: IncubateAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    NestedIndexMatchingIncubate SamplePreparation

    For each member of NestedIndexMatchingSamplesIn, parameters describing how the pooled samples should be incubated after aliquoting but prior to the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Incubate]

      Header: Incubate
      Class: Boolean

    [IncubationTemperature]

      Header: IncubationTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [IncubationTime]

      Header: IncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [Mix]

      Header: Mix
      Class: Boolean

    [MixType]

      Header: MixType
      Class: Expression

    [MixUntilDissolved]

      Header: MixUntilDissolved
      Class: Boolean

    [MaxIncubationTime]

      Header: MaxIncubationTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubationInstrument]

    [AnnealingTime]

      Header: AnnealingTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 second

    [IncubateAliquotContainer]

      Header: IncubateAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [IncubateAliquot]

      Header: IncubateAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [IncubateAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: IncubateAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    PooledCentrifugeSample Preparation

    For each member of PooledSamplesIn, parameters describing how the pooled samples should be centrifuge after aliquoting and pooled mixing but prior to the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Centrifuge]

      Header: Centrifuge
      Class: Boolean

    [CentrifugeInstrument]

    [CentrifugeIntensity]

      Header: CentrifugeIntensity
      Class: VariableUnit

    [CentrifugeTime]

      Header: CentrifugeTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 minute

    [CentrifugeTemperature]

      Header: CentrifugeTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [CentrifugeAliquotContainer]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [CentrifugeAliquot]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    NestedIndexMatchingCentrifuge SamplePreparation

    For each member of PooledSamplesIn, parameters describing how the pooled samples should be centrifuge after aliquoting and pooled mixing but prior to the start of the experiment.
    Format: Multiple

    [Centrifuge]

      Header: Centrifuge
      Class: Boolean

    [CentrifugeInstrument]

    [CentrifugeIntensity]

      Header: CentrifugeIntensity
      Class: VariableUnit

    [CentrifugeTime]

      Header: CentrifugeTime
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 minute

    [CentrifugeTemperature]

      Header: CentrifugeTemperature
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 degree Celsius

    [CentrifugeAliquotContainer]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [CentrifugeAliquot]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquot
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 liter

    [CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell]

      Header: CentrifugeAliquotDestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    FilteredSamples

    Samples corresponding to filtered eluents of SamplesIn generated during sample preparation and intended for use in this experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[Sample]

Aliquoting

    AliquotSamplePreparation

    For each member of AliquotSamples, parameters describing how aliquots should be drawn from the input samples after initial sample preparation in order to create new aliquot samples upon which aliquot preparation and the experiment should proceed.
    Format: Multiple

    [Aliquot]

      Header: Aliquot
      Class: Boolean

    [AliquotAmount]

      Header: AliquotAmount
      Class: Expression

    [TargetConcentration]

      Header: TargetConcentration
      Class: Expression

    [AssayVolume]

      Header: AssayVolume
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 milliliter

    [AliquotContainer]

      Header: AliquotContainer
      Class: Expression

    [AssayBuffer]

    [BufferDiluent]

    [BufferDilutionFactor]

      Header: BufferDilutionFactor
      Class: Real

    [ConcentratedBuffer]

    [DestinationWell]

      Header: DestinationWell
      Class: Expression

    [TargetConcentrationAnalyte]

      Header: TargetConcentrationAnalyte
      Class: Expression

    [AliquotSampleLabel]

      Header: AliquotSampleLabel
      Class: String

    AliquotProtocols

    Protocols used to create AliquotSamples prior to starting the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    AliquotPreparationProtocols

    Protocols used to mix, centrifuge, incubate, and filter the AliquotSamples prior to starting the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    AliquotSamples

    Samples corresponding to aliquots of SamplesIn generated during sample preparation and intended for use in this experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[Sample]

    AliquotContainers

    Containers that hold AliquotSamples generated during sample preparation and intended for use in this experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    SaveAliquots

    Indicates if the AliquotSamples should be stored after the experiment, rather than being discarded.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    ConsolidateAliquots

    Indicates if identical aliquots should be consolidated in a single sample.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    AliquotPreparation

    Indicates if the aliquotting should occur manually or on a robotic liquid handler.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: PreparationMethodP

    AliquotVolumes

    For each member of SamplesIn, the volume transferred from the sample into the aliquot sample which is used in lieu of the initial sample for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Micro Liter]

    AliquotMasses

    For each member of SamplesIn, the mass of a solid transferred from the sample into the aliquot sample which is used in lieu of the initial sample for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 milligram
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Milligram]

    AliquotAmounts

    For each member of SamplesIn, the amount transferred from the sample into the aliquot sample which is used in lieu of the initial sample for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: VariableUnit
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Milliliter] | GreaterP[0 Milligram] | GreaterP[0 Unit, 1 Unit]

    TargetConcentrations

    For each member of SamplesIn, the final concentration of analyte in the aliquot sample which is used in lieu of the initial sample for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Milligram Hold[GreaterP[0 Micro Molar] | GreaterP[0 ----------]] Milliliter

    AssayVolumes

    For each member of SamplesIn (or PooledSamplesIn), the total volume of the reaction mixture which is used in lieu of the initial sample for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Micro Liter]

    AssayBuffers

    For each member of SamplesIn (or PooledSamplesIn), the final buffers used to generate AliquotSamples by aliquoting SamplesIn.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ConcentratedBuffers

    For each member of SamplesIn (or PooledSamplesIn), the concentrated buffer source which is added to the AliquotSamples to obtain 1x buffer concentration after dilution of the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    BufferDilutionFactors

    For each member of SamplesIn (or PooledSamplesIn), he dilution factor by which the concentrated buffer is diluted in preparing the AliquotSamples to obtain a 1x buffer concentration after dilution of the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Real
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0]

    BufferDiluents

    For each member of SamplesIn (or PooledSamplesIn), the diluent used to dilute the concentration of the concentrated buffer in preparing the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ConcentratedBuffer

    The concentrated buffer source which is added to each of the AliquotSamples to obtain 1x buffer concentration after dilution of the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    BufferDilutionFactor

    The dilution factor by which the concentrated buffer is diluted in preparing the AliquotSamples to obtain a 1x buffer concentration after dilution of the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0]

    BufferDiluent

    The diluent used to dilute the concentration of the concentrated buffer in preparing the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    AssayBuffer

    The desired buffer for the AliquotSamples which are used in lieu of the SamplesIn for the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Sample Post-Processing

    PostProcessingProtocols

    Protocols used to perform post-processing such as sample imaging or volume measurement.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ImageSample

    Indicates if the samples that are modified in the course of the experiment are imaged after running the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    MeasureVolume

    Indicates if the volume of the liquid samples modified in the course of the experiment are measured after running the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    MeasureWeight

    Indicates if the weight of the solid samples modified in the course of the experiment are measured after running the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    Measure

    Indicates if the volume/weight of the samples modified in the course of the experiment are measured after running the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    Storage

    Indicates the conditions under which any samples generated by this experiment are stored after the protocol is completed.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: SampleStorageTypeP | Disposal

Experimental Results

Troubleshooting

    TroubleshootingReports

    Reports for errors that require troubleshooting associated with the execution of this top-level protocol.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Resources

    AwaitingResources

    Indicates if this protocol is awaiting the arrival of items before it can be begun or continued.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    ShippingMaterials

    Indicates the transactions, and the specific products or samples therein, that must be received before this protocol can be begun or continued.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Transaction

    [[2]] Required Product

    HazardousWaste

    The types of waste generated by this protocol.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    DispenserContainers

    Containers gathered as destinations for any resources obtained from a chemical dispenser.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    GasSources

    A list of containers that supplied gas to instruments in this protocol through plumbing connections.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Gas Type

      Header: Gas Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: GasP

    [[2]] Source Container

      Header: Source Container
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    [[3]] Supplied Instrument

      Header: Supplied Instrument
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Cleaning

    WasteGenerated

    For each type of waste generated by this protocol, the total amount (in grams) generated during the conduct of the protocol.
    Format: Multiple

    [Waste]

    [Weight]

      Header: Weight
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 gram

Storage Information

    StoragePrice

    The total monthly price for warehousing all user owned items associated with this protocol in an ECL facility under the storage conditions specified by each item.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 US dollar per month
    Programmatic Pattern: USD Hold[GreaterEqualP[0 -----]] Month

Sample Storage

    SamplesInStorage

    For each member of SamplesIn, The storage conditions under which any input samples to this experiment should be stored after their usage in this experiment.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: SampleStorageTypeP | Disposal

    AliquotStorage

    For each member of AliquotSamples, The storage conditions under which any aliquot samples generated by this experiment should be stored after the protocol is completed.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: SampleStorageTypeP | Disposal

    SamplesOutStorage

    For each member of SamplesOut, the storage conditions under which any output samples generated by this experiment should be stored after the protocol is completed.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: SampleStorageTypeP | Disposal

    StoreMeasuredPlates

    Indicate if the assay plates are stored after the experiment is completed. If it is True, the plates are stored according to the storage condition of the samples after measurement. If it is False, the plates are discarded after measurement.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

Option Handling

    ResolvedOptions

    The final options used as parameters for this protocol, after automatic options are resolved.
    Format: Single
    Class: Compressed
    Programmatic Pattern: {_Rule...}

    UnresolvedOptions

    The verbatim options originally input by the protocol author to generate this protocol, often with some options set to Automatic.
    Format: Single
    Class: Compressed
    Programmatic Pattern: {_Rule...}

Computations

    ParallelComputations

    List of computational jobs generated and run in parallel to the execution of this protocol.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ComputationsOutstanding

    Indicates if any of the computation jobs in ParallelComputations have not yet completed.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    ErroneousComputations

    List of computational jobs generated and run in parallel to the execution of this protocol in which a warning or error was thown, or that did not finish.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Optics Optimization

    OpticsOptimizationTemplate

    A previous protocol that contains the optimized gain and focal height values for the AlphaScreen measurement. The gain and focal height values from the previous protocol are taken and used in the current protocol with no further optimization.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    OptimizeGain

    Indicates if luminescence gain value is optimized before the plate reader measurement. The gain value is set so that the signal from the optimization samples would reach the 'TargetSaturationPercentage' of the plate reader's dynamic range. Each optimization sample can only be used once for the optimization, because the signal from the AlphaScreen beads reduces after repeated excitation. The gain optimization is performed by measuring one optimization sample at once and increasing or decreasing the gain value until the 'TargetSaturationPercentage' is reached.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    GainOptimizationSamples

    When optimizing gain, the list of samples used for gain optimization. If PreparedPlate->False, one optimization sample should be specified and the sample is aliquoted equal to the 'NumberOfGainOptimizations' option. If PreparedPlate->True, the optimization samples should be in the provided plate. Each aliquot is used only once to measure signal and adjust the gain.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    GainOptimizationSamplesWell

    When optimizing gain, the container and well that contain the gain optimization sample.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Sample

      Header: Sample
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link
      Relation: Object[Sample]

    [[2]] Container

      Header: Container
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    [[3]] Well

      Header: Well
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: WellP

    TargetSaturationPercentage

    When optimizing gain, the gain value is set so that the signal from the optimization samples reaches the 'TargetSaturationPercentage' of the plate reader's dynamic range.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 percent
    Programmatic Pattern: RangeP[0 Percent, 100 Percent]

    NumberOfGainOptimizations

    When optimizing gain, the number of the optimization samples aliquoted onto the assay plate for gain optimization. Each aliquot is used only once to measure signal and adjust the gain.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    StartingGain

    When optimizing gain, the initial gain value to begin the gain optimization. If the readout from the current gain value is lower/higher than the 'TargetSaturationPercentage', the next gain value for the optimization will be increased/decreased.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microvolt
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Microvolt]

    OptimizeGainValues

    The gain values and the saturation percentages of their signal readouts during the gain optimization process.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Gain

      Header: Gain
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 microvolt
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Microvolt]

    [[2]] Saturation Percentage

      Header: Saturation Percentage
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 percent
      Programmatic Pattern: RangeP[0 Percent, 100 Percent]

    OptimizeFocalHeight

    Indicates if focal height value is optimized prior to the gain optimization before the plate reader measurement.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    FocalHeightOptimization Samples

    When optimizing focal height, the list of samples used for focal height optimization. If PreparedPlate->False, one optimization sample should be specified and the sample is aliquoted equal to the 'NumberOfFocalHeightOptimizations' option. If PreparedPlate->True, the optimization samples should be in the provided plate. Each aliquot is used only once to measure signal and adjust the focal height.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    FocalHeightOptimization SamplesWell

    When optimizing gain, the container and well that contain the focal height optimization sample.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Sample

      Header: Sample
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link
      Relation: Object[Sample]

    [[2]] Container

      Header: Container
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    [[3]] Well

      Header: Well
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: WellP

    FocalHeightStep

    When optimizing focal height, the step size that the focal height is increased or decreased after measuring each optimization sample.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 millimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Millimeter]

    NumberOfFocalHeight Optimizations

    When optimizing focal height, the number of the optimization samples is aliquoted onto the assay plate for focal height optimization. Each aliquot is used only once to measure signal and adjust the focal height.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    StartingFocalHeight

    When optimizing focal height, the initial focal height to begin the focal height optimization. An optimization sample is first measured using the 'StartingFocalHeight'. The focal height is then increased by a 'FocalHeightStep' and applied to the next optimization sample. If the new signal readout is less than the previous one, the focal height is decreased by a 'FocalHeightStep' from the previous value. Otherwise, the focal height is increased again stepwise. The focal height that leads to the maximum signal is selected.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 millimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Millimeter]

    OptimizeFocalHeightValues

    The focal height values and their signal readouts during the focal height optimization process.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Focal Height

      Header: Focal Height
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 millimeter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Millimeter]

    [[2]] Luminescent Intensity

      Header: Luminescent Intensity
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 Rlus
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 RLU]

    OpticsOptimizationSample Storage

    To store any unused samples, the storage condition under which the gain and focal height optimization sample should be stored after its usage in this experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: SampleStorageTypeP | Disposal

Sample Handling

    MoatSize

    The number of concentric perimeters of wells which should be filled with moat buffer when setting Moat wells to decrease evaporation from samples during the experiment.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0, 1]

    MoatVolume

    The volume of moat buffer should be added to each moat well.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Microliter]

    MoatBuffer

    The buffer which should be used to fill each moat well.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    MoatManipulation

    The manipulations protocol used to load moat into the plates.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

Optics

    ReadTemperature

    The temperature at which the measurement of each plate will be taken in the plate reader.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 degree Celsius
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Celsius]

    ReadEquilibrationTime

    The length of time for which the assay plates equilibrate at the assay temperature in the plate reader before being read.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 minute
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Minute]

    PlateReaderMix

    Indicates if samples should be mixed inside the plate reader chamber before the samples are read.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    PlateReaderMixTime

    The amount of time that the samples in each plate are mixed inside the plate reader chamber before the samples are read.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 second
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Second]

    PlateReaderMixRate

    The rate at which each plate is agitated inside the plate reader chamber before the samples are read.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 revolution per minute
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 RPM]

    PlateReaderMixMode

    The pattern of motion which should be employed to shake each plate before the samples are read.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: MechanicalShakingP

    PlateReaderMixSchedule

    The time points at which mixing should occur for each plate in the plate reader.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: MixingScheduleP

    Gain

    The gain which should be applied to the signal reaching the primary detector photomultiplier tube (PMT). This is specified as a direct voltage.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microvolt
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Microvolt]

    FocalHeight

    The distance from the focal point to the lens that collect the light to the primary detector photomultiplier tube (PMT).
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 millimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Millimeter]

    SettlingTime

    The time between the movement of the plate and the beginning of the measurement. It reduces potential vibration of the samples in plate due to the stop and go motion of the plate carrier.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 second
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Second]

    ExcitationTime

    The time that the samples will be excited by the light source and the singlet Oxygen is generated.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 second
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Second]

    DelayTime

    The time between end of excitation and start of the emission signal integration. It allows the singlet Oxygen to react with the acceptor beads and reduces potential auto-fluorescent noise generated by biomolecular components.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 second
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Second]

    IntegrationTime

    The amount of time for which the emission signal is integrated. The signal is added, rather than averaged over time. For example, if the interaction time is doubled, the signal is expected to be doubled.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 second
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Second]

    ExcitationWavelength

    The excitation wavelength determined by the AlphaScreen laser. The AlphaScreen laser excites the AlphaScreen donor beads to generate singlet Oxygen.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 nanometer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Nanometer]

    EmissionWavelength

    The emission wavelength selected by the optical filter. The emitted light from the AlphaScreen acceptor beads is captured by the primary detector photomultiplier tube (PMT).
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 nanometer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Nanometer]

    PlateCover

    The plate seal or lid on the assay container that is left on during reads to decrease evaporation. It is strongly recommended not to retain a cover because AlphaScreen can only read from top.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link

    ReadDirection

    The order in which wells should be read by specifying the plate path the instrument should follow when measuring signal.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: ReadDirectionP
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