PCR Technology

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Sometimes called “molecular photocopying,” the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a technique used to “amplify” -and copy small segments of DNA. Because significant amounts of DNA are necessary for molecular and genetic analyses, studies of isolated pieces of DNA are nearly impossible without PCR amplification. This technology allows our laboratory personnel to quickly identify many pathogens the same day a patient sample is taken. This testing Data directly correlates to improved patient population management at the first patient encounter.

PCR Testing shows exactly which micro-organisms are in any given infection, especially when multiple viral and multiple bacterial pathogens are present within the same infection.

Better Tests, Better Treatment

Our Research show that 80 percent of medical decisions are made with lab results as the baseline. When PCR technology is deployed within the point of care sector three fundamental actions occur. There is an increase in positive patient outcomes, a reduction in downstream aggregate healthcare costs, and improved patient retention rates.

When you add an advanced, point of care PCR analyzer you get in-office results in as little as two hours.

The QuantStudio 12K Flex system offers:

Maximize throughput with minimal resources

Increase throughput by as much as 32-fold by running four OpenArray plates in a single run.

Reduce start up time and hands on time

Start a 12,000-data-point experiment typically in 20 minutes or less.

Automation compatibility

Increase productivity and reduce your manual tasks through automation compatibility with the Thermo Scientific Orbitor RS2 Microplate Mover

Five interchangeable blocks

OpenArray plate, TaqMan Array Card, 384-well, 96-well (0.1 and 0.2 mL) blocks that are interchangeable with no tools required

Maximum multiplexing & chemistry options

Proven fluorescence detection with enhanced OptiFlex system, allows up to six multiplexing targets

21CFR Part 11 compliance and LIMS support

Laboratory information management system (LIMS) support and features that assist with 21CFR Part 11 compliance are enabled for high-throughput, and an optional security, auditing, e-signature package can be added.