A joint SickKids-UHN facility providing academic and corporate clients with state-of-the-art analytical flow cytometers and high-speed cell sorting, as well as training, education and consultation services. Located in the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning (PGCRL) and the Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower (PMCRT).
- Available Equipment
- Contacts
- Quick Links
- Services
- Using the Facility
PMCRT
- Office: 416-581-7643
- Labs: 416-581-7654 or 416-581-7610
PGCRL
- Office: 416-813-7654 (ext. 309086)
- Lab: 416-813-7654 (ext. 309103)
For sorting questions, please contact Dr. Sherry Zhao.
For analytical questions, please contact Dr. Emily Reddy.
For financial questions, please contact Dr. John Moniakis.
- Cell sorting
- Analytical Flow Cytometry
- Automated Magnetic Cell Separation
- Consultation
- Data analysis
- Training
General policies
- Open for registration to researchers at UHN, SickKids, the University of Toronto, and all external academic and non-academic investigators
- Please see website for specific instrument locations
- First-come, first-serve priority system, with booking required
Training
- To use any of the analytical cytometers or automated magnetic cell separators, users must receive training from FCF staff
Sample Preparation
- Cell labelling must be performed in the investigator’s own laboratory before processing
- Users must agree to follow established SOPs and FCF policies and procedures
Usage Arrangements