Single-Particle Technology Comparison

A comparison of common nanoparticle characterization technologies, highlighting measurement capabilities for size, concentration, and fluorescence in extracellular vesicle applications.
Technology Measurement Principal Direct Particle Size Direct Particle Concentration Carge Quantification Key Sample Assumptions Ease of use
MRPS (ARCâ„¢) Electrical and Optical(fluorescence) Yes Yes Yes None needed Fast and Easy
Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) Optical single-particle tracking No Limited, no volume measured No Many needed Moderate
Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) Optical ensemble method No No No Many needed Moderate
Nano Flow Cytometry (nanoFCM) Optical No Limited, indirect Limited, requires careful calibration Many needed Low