# BactoBox® in action

Once you have a [qualified BactoBox® setup](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/getting-started/qualification), you are ready to measure real samples. 

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[measure-a-bacterial-sample](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/measure-a-bacterial-sample)
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## Looking for detailed sample preparation tips?

Check out the [prepare-your-sample](https://help.sbtinstruments.com/protocols/prepare-your-sample "mention") page.