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RT² First Strand Kit
Sensitive qRT-PCR with RNA Quality Control and NO Genomic DNA Worries

Benefits of the RT² First Strand Kit

  • Eliminate False Positives: Optimized DNA removal buffer prevents false positive signals due to amplification of genomic contamination
  • Insure RT Efficiency & Consistency: Built-in external RNA control verifies lack of enzyme inhibitors and efficient reverse transcription
  • Easy and Fast: Everything included in one kit to eliminate genomic DNA and complete first strand cDNA synthesis in just 20 minutes

The RT² First Strand Kit contains all of the reagents needed not only for the conversion of RNA into first strand cDNA, but also for the removal of genomic DNA from the RNA in the same simple two-step 20-minute reaction. The kit also provides greater control over RNA quality while providing the same level of sensitivity as other sources of reverse transcriptase or first strand cDNA synthesis kits. This product is specifically designed for maximizing the performance of the RT² Profiler™ PCR Array System.

HOW IT WORKS:

Eliminate Genomic DNA Contamination:
A proprietary genomic DNA elimination buffer completely removes any residual genomic DNA from your RNA sample. Then, the optimized formulation also allows you to directly use the RNA preparation for reverse transcription and finally real-time PCR without affecting reaction performance. By eliminating genomic DNA contamination, real-time PCR signal intensities accurately reflect the relative level of gene-specific mRNA transcript.

Control:
A built-in external RNA control helps test for inhibitors of reverse transcription. Control elements on both the RT² RNA QC PCR Array and the RT² Profiler™ PCR Arrays detect template synthesized from this built-in external RNA control. A reproducible threshold cycle value from this control across your samples, when compared with another set standard, indicates a consistent high level of RNA quality and transcription efficiency giving you a greater degree of confidence in your results.

Easy and Fast Sensitivity:
Random hexamers and oligo-dT prime reverse transcription in an unbiased manner and capture more difficult-to-detect genes. The MMLV reverse transcriptase, optimized magnesium concentration, and other buffer components maximize cDNA product yield. The first strand kit is the most compatible for use with our RT² Real-Time™ SYBR Green PCR master mixes and subsequent gene expression analysis with the RT² Profiler™ PCR Arrays as part of the complete PCR Array System.

For more information, see our RT² Profiler™ PCR Array System User Manual [ here ], or see the RT² First Strand Kit Information Sheet [ here ].

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Learn more about our other real-time RT-PCR technologies:
Gene-by-Gene Analyses with our RT² qPCR Primer Assays [ here ]
Instrument-Specific qPCR Master Mixes [ here ]
Other RT-PCR Accessories [ here ]

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