Tech Blast | Multiplex PCR

In this Tech Blast episode, we discuss multiplex PCR methods, their challenges and advantages, and the tools being developed to advance multiplexing capabilities. Marco Bianchi, Product Manager at Bio-Rad Laboratories (CA, USA), provides an insight into the role multiplexing plays in research.

Contents:

• Introduction: 00:00–00:37
• What is multiplex PCR and how is it conducted? 00:37–01:32
• Most significant applications of multiplex PCR in research: 01:32–03:48
• Advantages and disadvantages of multiplex PCR: 03:48–06:42
• What’s the difference between digital and Droplet Digital^TM PCR? 06:42–08:48
• Tell us about Bio-Rad’s QX600^TM: 08:48–10:26
• Tips for best practice when using the QX600: 10:26–12:17
• What impact will the QX600 have on multiplex PCR in the next few years? 12:17–13:15

This feature was supported by Bio-Rad Laboratories.