Ensure the Accuracy of Your Automated PCR System with High-Precision Liquid Handling Solutions
An organism's DNA is called the blueprint of life because it carries the instructions needed for the organism to grow, develop, survive and reproduce. However, analyzing the genetic information encoded inside DNA requires large amounts of this genetic material. So when a process enabling the rapid replication of specific DNA segments was developed, it revolutionized genetics, molecular biology, and medical diagnostics, earning its creators a Nobel Prize in chemistry.
The process in question is known as polymerase chain reaction (PCR). This simple, yet elegant scientific tool involves multiple heating and cooling cycles, using only a small amount of DNA to create millions to billions of copies of a specific DNA section over a relatively short period of time. Owing to the PCR method, it is now much easier to study, analyze and use DNA in various applications, such as genetic testing, forensics, and molecular research.
When automated, it is a powerful research method, offering fast and reliable results. That said, PCR also has its limitations. One major challenge with PCR is its sensitivity to even minute changes in sample and reagent volumes. Even tiny variations in the volume can result in unreliable results, making precise dispensing a crucial challenge in PCR automation.
TriContinent’s precise liquid handling solutions for PCR robots have been designed to provide dependable and precise DNA sample amplification in high-throughput laboratory environments. Thanks to exceptionally low flow rates and minimal pulsation, our syringe pumps and air displacement pipettes guarantee accurate and precise sample delivery.
Application Note
Take a deep dive into the fascinating world of polymerase chain reaction with our comprehensive application note and learn how the right liquid handling solutions can help you make the most of this process. Whether you're a researcher, technician or a forensic scientist, this guide will walk you through the intricacies of PCR, breaking down its individual stages with clarity and precision.
Download our easy-to-understand application note and join us in exploring the exciting possibilities PCR offers in genetics, diagnostics, and beyond.