Plate format

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013406",
  "term": "Plate format",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The physical layout of a microplate, defined by the total number of wells and their arrangement in a rectangular grid. This configuration determines the density of samples that can be processed simultaneously in high-throughput screening assays. Common formats include 96-well (8x12 grid), 384-well (16x24 grid), and 1536-well (32x48 grid), all adhering to standardized footprint dimensions set by the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS).",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "microplate",
    "microplate standards"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 1129. 'Glossary of terms used in biomolecular screening (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 1150 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-05-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/plate-format/"
}