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RT-PCR Reagents

Real-time PCR (qPCR) is a powerful technique for accurate analysis of gene expression. When starting with RNA samples, you first need to perform a reverse transcription (RT) step in order to generate cDNA for the qPCR experiment. In one-step RT-qPCR, the RT step takes place in the same tube as the qPCR. In two-step RT-qPCR, the RT and qPCR steps take place in separate tubes. Both techniques have advantages and limitations, so it is essential to consider which protocol suits your workflow.

One-step RT-qPCR workflow

The single-tube protocol is easy to set up and can be used for processing many samples using liquid handlers or other high-throughput systems. Since both the RT and qPCR steps take place in the same tube, the reaction conditions cannot be optimized separately. This can lead to lower yields or efficiency in either step. Another limitation is that all the cDNA generated is used up in the subsequent qPCR step.

Two-step RT-qPCR workflow

The two-tube protocol makes it possible to optimize the RT and qPCR steps separately, ensuring maximum specificity and efficiency. This approach works best with workflows analyzing many targets in fewer samples. Another advantage is that two-step RT-qPCR generates cDNA in a separate tube from the qPCR reaction. This allows cDNA stocks to be banked so that they can be used for additional targets or validation. However, the protocols are more time-consuming and involve more pipetting steps. This introduces more variability and increases the risk of contamination. Secondly, the protocol cannot be adapted to automation easily.

2 products

  • One step RT-PCR kit

    One step RT-PCR kit

    SKU: RT01-01

    One-Step RT-PCR Kit provides reverse transcription and subsequent PCR in the same reaction tube, eliminating the need to change buffers and reducing the risk of contamination. This kit offers the end-user an easy alternative to the conventional “two-step” RT-PCR approach with extreme sensitivity, specificity and high product yield.  Composition:  DNA polymerase (5U/µl), 25µl PowerScript™ Reverse Trascriptase (200U/µl), 25µl 2xOne-Step RT-PCR Buffer, 1ml Applications Gene-expression analysis Transcription analysis Gene cloning Multiplex RT-PCR High throughput applications Virus detection and quantification

    $85.00 - $320.00

  • Two Step RT-PCR kit

    Two Step RT-PCR kit

    SKU: RT02-01

    Two Step RT-PCR Kit consists of two main components: PowerScript™ Plus cDNA Synthesis MasterMix for reverse transcription 2XTaqPlus PCR MasterMix for subsequent PCR Composition: PowerScript™ Plus Reverse Transcriptase (200U/µl, 30µl) 2xReaction mix contains Ribonuclease Inhibitor, dNTPs, Oligo(dT)s and Random Primers, 350µl Nuclease-free H2O, 1ml  2XTaqPlus PCR MasterMix, 1ml Applications Gene-expression analysis Transcription analysis Gene cloning Multiplex RT-PCR High throughput applications Virus detection and quantification

    $85.00 - $315.00

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