Octax Laser & imaging systems
Description Modular laser systems for all applications in IVF
- Octax LaserShot
- Description: Microsurgical Laser system, complete with infrared laser module, microscope adaptor, mirror block, laser lens 25x, Octax USB2 digital camera 1.3 Mpix, EyeWare software, single footswitch, manual; , complying with MDR 2017/745 for CE marked inverted microscopes
- Purpose: For used in all laser applications within IVF, including assisted hatching, blastomere, polar body, and trophectoderm biopsy and also blastocyst collapsing prior to vitrification.
- Octax NaviLase
- Description: Dynamic multi-purpose laser system for ART., complete with calibration free and moveable infrared laser module incl. motion elements, microscope adaptor, mirror block, laser lens 25x, Octax USB2 digital camera 3.2 Mpix, EyeWare software, single footswitch, manual; MDR 2017/745 compliant for CE marked inverted microscopes
- Purpose: For used in all laser applications within IVF, including assisted hatching, blastomere, polar body, and trophectoderm biopsy and also blastocyst collapsing prior to vitrification.
- Upgrades and accessories
- Description: Upgrade for existing Octax LaserShot™ system installed to modern inverted microscopes.
- Upgrades and accessories
- Description: Upgrade for Octax LaserShot™ and Octax NaviLase™ systems.
- Disclaimer: Not for sale in US
- Upgrades and accessories
- Description: For laser release or image capture.
- Upgrades and accessories
- Description: PC suitable for laser shot systems, incl. 22” full HD monitor.
- Octax cytoScreen
- Description: For safe transfer of the selected sperm from glass bottom to the ICSI dish.
- Disclaimer: Not for sale in US
- Antivibration equipment
- Description: Compact aluminium platform for existing workplaces, 380 x 580 mm (W x L).
Safe, efficient and easy to use
Modular laser systems for all applications in IVF
Octax is more than just a laser; it is a multipurpose platform for digital imaging, image analysis and advanced applications in assisted reproduction. The static Octax LaserShot and the dynamic Octax NaviLase provide excellent image quality and safe procedures. Both lasers are calibration free and no pilot laser is needed. They can be used for all laser applications within IVF, including:
- Assisted hatching/assisted thinning
- Trophectoderm, blastomere and polar body biopsy
- Blastocyst collapsing
- Sperm immobilisation
- Sperm viability testing
Which laser is right for you?
Being modular and flexible, Octax adapts to your specific needs and preferences. Depending on your need we offer a dynamic laser - Octax NaviLase and a static laser - Octax LaserShot. Both offer the same outstanding image quality and a wide selection of additional components to compose the best option for your lab.
Download system specificationsDynamic laser - Octax NaviLase
When using NaviLase, the embryo remains in place while the laser is directed to the chosen target site. You can make several shots along a straight or curved line.
Multi-pulse in a curved line (zona thinning)
Multi-pulse in a straight line (eg. opening zona for biopsy)
Dual or triple pulse cutting (for trophectoderm biopsy)
Static laser - Octax LaserShot
When using Octax LaserShot, the laser target site is fixed and embryo is aligned with the laser target site.
SAFE SINCE THE START
Proven in more than 100 scientific publications
With tens of thousands of children born after laser treatment and with no adverse effects, you can be sure your gametes and embryos are safe during laser procedures performed using Octax lasers. Octax laser technology has been tried and tested in over 100 preclinical and clinical publications, which have shown zero adverse effects on oocytes, embryos or the children born after laser treatment.
- No alterations of the cytoplasm. Histology on mouse oocytes after laser treatment. (Germond et al., 1995)
- No thermal damage observed. SEM analysis of the zona pellucida after laser treatmentof mouse zygotes. (Rink et al., 1996)
- No genetic, histological or anatomical effects. Transfer of mouse zygotes into foster mothers after laser treatment, immunohistochemical/anatomical analysis of the offspring, breeding for another two generations. (Germond et al., 1996)
- No increase in chromosomal aberrations and congenital malformations. Follow-up study on 134 one-year-old children after laser-assisted hatching (LAH) as compared to controls without LAH. (Kanyo & Konc, 2003)
Download list of publications
Software known for its user friendliness
The core element for the laser and imaging systems is the Octax EyeWare software, which operates the laser, takes images and records videos. This multipurpose imaging and archiving software is designed to be highly intuitive, making it easy to learn and use. The navigation is logical and menus are clear and straightforward. All functions are easy to access, saving time and increasing safety.
The software is based on an SQL server and can support installations ranging from a stand-alone imaging station to a multi-operational, multi-user networked system
flexible with multiple upgrading options
Octax EyeWare is unique in its seamless integration of additional software, with no need for multiple databases.
- High-resolution live video display
- Unlimited image snapshot gallery
- Instant access to objective calibrations
- Image and video capture and storage function
- Multi-camera support
- Biometric measurement tools
- Multilingual GUI
- Comparison option for up to four images at a time
- Image zoom function
Octax laser components
Octax Eye USB2 digital video camera
- Up to 30 fps depending on resolution
- Complete with space saving 90 degree connector USB cable and device driver
- 3.2 Mpix - 2048 x 1536 pixels, true color, high resolution camera with integrated hardware zoom function
Octax Target pointer
- Octax TargetPointer, optional add-on for trophectoderm biopsy, indicates laser target through microscope eyepieces.
- For Olympus IX 50/70, IX 51/71/81, IX 53/73, Nikon TE2000 & Ti, Leica DMIRB, DMI 3000, Zeiss Axiovert 200 & Axio Observer
Octax single foot switch
- Octax single foot switch for triggering the laser or taking snapshots to the EyeWare imaging & archival software.
How to secure precision and improve workflows in laser procedures
Lab Director and co-owner Dr. Oliver Sterthaus at Fertisuisse in Switzerland built a completely new IVF clinic in 2014 with his colleagues. When setting up the new lab, convenience and workflow were important factors, and therefore they decided to use the dynamic Octax NaviLase laser system for all laser procedures.
Watch Dr. Oliver Sterthaus story here.
Support Documents
Documents Language
Technotes
English
Technote_Octax laser blastocyst collapsing
This technote explains how to use Octax lasers in blastocyst collapsing.
Technotes
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Technote_Octax laser sperm viability testing
This technote explains how to use Octax lasers for sperm viability testing.
Technotes
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Technote Octax laser trophectoderm biopsy
This technote explains how to use Octax lasers for trophectoderm biopsy.
Product manuals
English
Octax LaserShot MTM Octax NaviLase® User Manual
This user manual this is only valid for lasers sold under MDR 2017/745.
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