Octax Lasers
Safe, efficient and easy to use - Modular laser systems for 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 M and the dynamic Octax NaviLase provide excellent image quality and safe procedures.
Both lasers are calibration free and they can be used for laser applications within IVF*, including:
Assisted hatching/assisted thinning
Trophectoderm, blastomere biopsy
Blastocyst collapsing
Sperm viability testing
Key Benefits
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)
*Some applications are country specific approved laser applications option.
Software known for its user friendliness
The core element for the laser and imaging systems is the EyeWare software, which operates the laser, takes images and records videos. This 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
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 M. Both offer the same outstanding image quality and additional components to compose the best option for your lab.
Dynamic 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.
Static laser - Octax LaserShot M
When using Octax LaserShot M, the laser target site is fixed and embryo is aligned with the laser target site.