Beckman Coulter expands the workflow capabilities of its AQUIOS CL Flow Cytometer with the addition of the AQUIOS Designer Software, developed specifically to handle user-defined tests in the routine lab. The software allows customer-defined applications to be run on an instrument that combines sample preparation and flow cytometry analysis in one platform (AQUIOS Load & Go technology). Until recently, this feature combination was only available for pre-defined applications like CD4 analysis and basic immunophenotyping. AQUIOS Designer Software provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface with powerful features to set up user-defined protocols, acquisition templates, panels, compensation settings, and the parameters needed for statistical and quality control compliance.