Protocols
Gradient PCR For Optimization | Temperature Gradient Protocol
One approach to assay optimization is to determine the optimum annealing temperature (Ta) of the primers by testing identical reactions containing a fixed primer concentration, across a range of anne...
Keywords: Amplification, Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
Kicqstart SYBR qPCR | Universal SYBR Green qPCR Protocol
KiCqStart SYBR Green qPCR ReadyMix is a 2X concentrated, ready-to-use reaction cocktail that contains all components, except primers and template, for real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR). This unique c...
Keywords: Amplification, Gene expression, Molecular probes, Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Titrations
Multiplex qPCR Protocol
In the PCR Technologies Guide, the requisite components and quality control requirements for qPCR experiments were described in detail. With those in mind, the following is a protocol that can be use...
Keywords: Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
MystiCq® MicroRNA® Quantitation System
Technology Overview Workflow Background Protocols miRNA isolation cDNA synthesis miRNA qPCR Advanced information Product selection guides Troubleshooting
Keywords: AGE, Amplification, Buffers, Cell disruption, Centrifugation, Degradations, Diagnostic, Digestions, Diseases, Electrophoresis, Gel electrophoresis, Gene expression, Homogenization, Microarray Analysis, Molecular biology, Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, PAGE, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Precipitation, Purification, RNA purification, Sample preparations, Separation, Solvents, Titrations
Primer Concentration Optimization Protocol
Optimization of qPCR conditions is important for the development of a robust assay. Indications of poor optimization are a lack of reproducibility between replicates as well as inefficient and insens...
Keywords: Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
Reverse Transcription Protocol (One-step SYBR Green I Dye Detection)
In the example given below, the primer concentrations can be adjusted according to the results of optimization procedures (see Primer Concentration Optimization, Primer Optimization Using Temperature...
Keywords: Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
SPUD Assay for Detection of Assay Inhibitors Protocol
The SPUD assay is one option for identification of inhibitors that may be present in RNA or DNA samples. The assay is particularly useful when a large number of samples are to be analyzed or when tar...
Keywords: Amplification, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
SYBR® Green I Dye Quantitative PCR Protocol
Although quantitative PCR uses the same basic concept as traditional PCR, the reactions differ in that the amplicons are generally smaller and are detected indirectly using an additional dye or label...
Keywords: Gene expression, Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography
Standard Reverse Transcription Protocol (Two-step)
Reverse transcription (RT) is the process of converting RNA to cDNA using a reverse transcriptase enzyme and dNTPs.
Keywords: Amplification, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Transcription
The 3'/5' Assay for Analysis of RNA Integrity Protocol
The 3’/5’ integrity assay is a potential first step in the identification of RNA degradation. The assay is particularly useful when a large number of samples are to be analyzed or when the degradatio...
Keywords: Amplification, Degradations, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Transcription
Universal SYBR Green qPCR Protocol
Technology Overview Assay Considerations Methods of Quantification Equipment & Supplies PCR Mix Selection Guide Protocol Troubleshooting Materials References
Keywords: AGE, Amplification, Buffers, Degradations, Electrophoresis, Enzyme activity, Gas chromatography, Gel electrophoresis, Gene expression, Genetic, Melting, Microarray Analysis, Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Nucleic acid hybridization, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Polymorphisms, Purification, Sample preparations, Size-exclusion chromatography, Solvents, Titrations
qPCR Efficiency Determination Protocol
Once an assay has been optimized, it is important to verify the reaction efficiency. This information is important when reporting and comparing assays. In this example protocol, the assay efficiency ...
Keywords: Amplification, Gene expression, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Transcription
qPCR Gene Expression/Copy Number Analysis Using SYBR Green I Dye Detection Protocol
Measuring a target quantity relative to one or more stable reference genes using SYBR Green I dye detection is a common application of qPCR. Below is a standard protocol that can be adapted to specif...
Keywords: Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Transcription
qPCR Gene Expression/Copy Number/SNP Analysis Using Probe Detection Protocol
The most common application for qPCR is the measurement of a gene transcript or copy number quantity relative to one or more reference genes using probe detection. The reactions may be designed such ...
Keywords: Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Transcription
qPCR Reference Gene Selection Protocol
Analysis of gene expression data requires a stable reference or loading control. This reference is usually one or more reference genes. Suitable reference genes are those which are unaffected by diff...
Keywords: Gene expression, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography, Transcription
qPCR Using a Single Detection Probe Protocol
In the PCR Technologies Guide, the requisite components and quality control requirements for qPCR experiments were described in detail. With those in mind, the following is a protocol that can be use...
Keywords: Nucleic acid annealing, Nucleic acid denaturation, Polymerase chain reaction, Polymerase chain reaction - quantitative, Size-exclusion chromatography