BD Biosciences: Flow Cytometry, Immunology & Cell Analysis

BD Biosciences (BD) delivers trusted solutions that power discovery across immunology, oncology, and cell biology. From high-performance flow cytometry to robust antibody panels and single-cell multiomics, BD helps you generate reproducible data with confidence.

Whether you run a core facility, scale a translational pipeline, or set up classroom practicums, BD’s portfolio spans reagents, instruments, and software designed to simplify complex workflows and elevate data quality.

BD Key Categories

Use the grid below to jump directly into the BD collections you care about. Each card links to a curated assortment with highlights and quick-start guidance.

Flow Cytometry Reagents — Antibodies, dyes, buffers, and controls for high-parameter panels and routine assays. 

PDP Single Cell Multiomics Reagents — Targeted single-cell panels and sample-prep kits for BD Rhapsody™ workflows.

Microscopy Imaging Reagents — Fluorophores, secondary antibodies, mounting media, and fixation/permeabilization kits.

PDP Immunoassay Reagents — ELISA sets, cytokine standards, capture/detection antibodies, and matched pairs.

Western Blotting and Molecular Reagents — Primary/secondary antibodies, blocking buffers, detection substrates, and membranes.

Cell Preparation and Separation Reagents — RBC lysis, density media, magnetic selection kits, viability dyes, and dissociation buffers.

Functional Cell-Based Reagents — Activation/expansion kits, cytokines, and functional readouts for immune assays.

Key Sub-Brands and Representative Products

BD organizes its portfolio into focused platforms that solve practical lab problems—from panel design and staining to acquisition and analysis. Below is a quick orientation to help you find the right fit before you dive into product categories.

BD Pharmingen™ Reagents (Antibodies & Essentials): Monoclonal antibodies, isotype controls, cytokine reagents, buffers, and fixation/permeabilization kits for flow and immunology workflows.

BD Horizon™ Dyes & Panels: Bright, photostable fluorochromes and pre-optimized panels that enable high-parameter flow cytometry with cleaner separation and easier compensation.

BD OptiBuild™ Custom Conjugates: Made-to-order antibody–dye combinations to close panel gaps without sacrificing performance or timelines.

BD Rhapsody™ Single-Cell Platform: Targeted single-cell multiomics (RNA, protein) with panel flexibility for immunology and translational studies.

BD FACSDiva™ & Analysis Software: Acquisition, compensation, and analysis tools that streamline configuration and standardize longitudinal studies across instruments.

BD Instruments (FACSMelody™, FACSCelesta™, FACSymphony™): Cell sorters and analyzers engineered for sensitivity, stability, and ease of use in research cores and advanced labs.