Life science & clinical diagnostics instruments > Polymerase chain reaction

Bio-Rad Laboratories SARS-CoV-2 Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) test kit

12 May, 2020

The high sensitivity of Bio-Rad's SARS-CoV-2 Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) test kit makes it well suited to screening upper respiratory samples in patients with a low viral load, including individuals in the early stages of infection as compared to classical quantitative PCR tests.


Thermo Scientific SureTect PCR Assays for foodborne pathogen analysis

09 March, 2020

The PCR assay workflow includes enrichment media, ready-to-use PCR reagents and protocols, and instrumentation for sample preparation and PCR, as well as easy-to-use software for instant result interpretation.


Air Science PCR laminar flow cabinet

21 February, 2020

The Air Science PCR laminar flow cabinet employs Air Science Multiplex HEPA filtration technology to create a safe, energy-efficient contaminant-free environment. It is suitable for use with non-hazardous contaminants and when flexible access to the instrumentation in the cabinet is required.


Molecular diagnostics and the fight against coronavirus

14 February, 2020 by Dr Luyun Jiang, Technology Analyst

Early detection and diagnosis are essential to reduce the prevalence of infectious diseases and to prevent them from becoming epidemic or even pandemic.


New prenatal blood test identifies genetic abnormalities

10 February, 2020

Researchers conducted a proof-of-concept study that successfully assessed the genetic information of extremely rare foetal cells in maternal peripheral blood.


Monitoring blood disorders with ddPCR

16 December, 2019

Bio-Rad Laboratories' droplet digital PCR technology enables researchers and clinicians to effectively monitor biomarkers of malignant and non-malignant blood disorders.


MP Biomedicals Myco-Sniff-Valid Mycoplasma PCR Detection Kit

01 November, 2019

The Myco-Sniff-Valid Mycoplasma PCR Detection Kit has been demonstrated to be a sensitive, specific and rapid method for the detection of mycoplasma contamination in cell cultures.


Improving diagnosis and management of chronic hepatitis B

18 October, 2019

A new laboratory tool simultaneously assesses several indicators of HBV infection that are important for optimal patient management.


Quantum dots and a camera could detect killer bacteria

14 August, 2019

A combination of off-the-shelf quantum dot nanotechnology and a smartphone camera soon could allow doctors to identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria in just 40 minutes.


Thermo Fisher Scientific Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 6 and 7 Pro Real-Time PCR Systems

25 April, 2019

Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched the Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 6 and 7 Pro Real-Time PCR Systems. Capabilities of the smart qPCR instruments include facial authentication, hands-free operation with voice-activated commands, radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled plate scanning, and quick access to service and support with a single touch.


Jade One Step QRT PCR Kit

04 May, 2018

BioVision's Jade One-Step QRT PCR Kit contains all the necessary reagents for both reverse transcription and PCR amplification to occur in a single qPCR reaction tube.


HIV testing in one hour or less

12 March, 2018

Advances in biosensor technology are expected to limit the spread of HIV and other STIs, according to market research firm IDTechEx.


AmpliSeq for Illumina sequencing solution

07 February, 2018

AmpliSeq for Illumina enables fast, robust, targeted library prep for all Illumina sequencers.


Bio-Rad QX200 Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) System

01 February, 2018

The QX200 Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) System from Bio-Rad provides absolute quantification of nucleic acids. It is particularly useful for detection of targets in complex backgrounds or for monitoring subtle changes or low nucleic acid abundance not easily detected/quantified with traditional qPCR.


Eppendorf Mastercycler X50 PCR cycler

01 August, 2017

The Mastercycler X50 PCR cycler is a suitable tool for research in molecular biology. Block temperature control and regulation enable optimisation, while the adaptable user management and extensive documentation capabilities give peace of mind to laboratories working or conforming to set standards.


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