NEW PRODUCTIntroducing the PTC Tempo Thermal Cycler
The PTC Tempo Thermal Cycler represents the new line of conventional thermal cyclers, engineered to maintain thermal performance and deliver accurate results. Take your PCR to the next level with modern instrument control.
PCR Systems
Digital PCR
Bio-Rad's unique Droplet Digital PCR technology provides absolute quantification of nucleic acids for a wide range of applications including cancer mutation studies, HIV quantification, and environmental monitoring.
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qPCR Detection Systems
These systems deliver sensitive, reliable detection of both singleplex and multiplex real-time PCR reactions.
qPCR Analysis Software
CFX Maestro Software is designed to streamline data collection, visualization, and analysis. Precision Melt Analysis software enables high resolution melt for SNP Genotyping and detection of small indels.
Traditional PCR Systems
DNA amplification instruments range from personal thermal cyclers to the flexible 1000-series.
Firmware & Software Updates
Software and firmware for Bio-Rad thermal cyclers and real-time PCR systems are periodically updated. Download updates and instructions here.
CFX Automation System II
The CFX Automation System II works with all CFX Real-Time PCR Systems to facilitate automation of workflows, generation of large volumes of data, and rapid data analysis.
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Discover how Bio-Rad's cutting-edge quantitative PCR (qPCR) and digital PCR (dPCR) solutions can help you unlock greater accuracy and reproducibility.
Tips, Tricks & Best Practices for qPCR - The Ultimate qPCR Guide
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End the Cycle of Repeated, Failed Experiments with a Robust Field Guide to qPCR
Gene Expression Real-Time PCR Workflow
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PCR & qPCR Reagents
A wide range of reagents for reverse transcription, PCR, and real-time PCR, optimized to generate accurate and reproducible data.
PCR Plastic Consumables
A large selection of thin-wall PCR tubes, plates, seals, and accessories precisely manufactured for optimal fit and cycling performance in Bio-Rad thermal cyclers, real-time PCR systems, ddPCR systems, and all major competitor systems.
Selector Tools
Use our selectors to find the best reagents, plates, tubes, seals, and accessories for your PCR and qPCR experiments.
PX1 PCR Plate Sealer
Efficiently seals microplates for PCR amplification to deliver reliable data by minimizing sample evaporation during thermal cycling.
NEW PRODUCTCustomizable PCR Plastics and Reagents
Accelerate your journey from concept to market with our high-quality PCR products.
SEQuoia Express Stranded RNA Library Prep Kit
A cost-effective 3-hour, 3-tube RNA library prep kit for constructing robust libraries that efficiently capture long RNA transcripts.
Next-Generation Sequencing
To assist researchers in answering the most complex biological questions, Bio-Rad offers a number of novel products for NGS library preparation using cutting-edge technologies, such as whole transcriptome and single-cell sequencing solutions.
Nucleic Acid Electrophoresis & Blotting
Bio-Rad's selection of electrophoresis and blotting instruments for nucleic acids includes submerged horizontal and vertical cells in various sizes, PFGE systems, and solutions for sequencing and mutation detection.
Nucleic Acid Sample Preparation
RNA Isolation
A wide range of kits and reagents for the isolation of highly pure RNA from different starting materials.
DNA Isolation
Various kits for the extraction of plasmid and PCR-ready genomic DNA from a variety of starting materials.
DNA Cleanup
A variety of solutions for purifying DNA from various reaction mixtures or extracting DNA fragments from agarose gels.
Resources
Applications & Technologies
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Tips, Tricks & Best Practices for qPCR
The Ultimate qPCR Guide.
What is Real-Time PCR (qPCR)?
Learn about the proper design, optimization, analysis, and troubleshooting of real-time polymerase chain reactions.
Digital PCR and Real-Time PCR (qPCR) Choices for Different Applications
Compare the capabilities, advantages, and main applications of digital PCR and qPCR technologies.
Real-Time PCR Troubleshooting
Find possible causes and treatments for common qPCR problems.
Introduction to qPCR Instrumentation
Learn about the different Bio-Rad real-time PCR instruments and software available for data analysis.
MIQE and RDML Guidelines
Become familiar with the minimum information guidelines required to publish qPCR experiments and with RDML.
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End the Cycle of Repeated, Failed Experiments with a Robust Field Guide to qPCR
A snapshot of the critical steps needed to achieve excellent qPCR results.
Service & Support
Thermal Validation Services
Bio-Rad's Thermal Validation Services ensure that your thermal cyclers and real-time PCR instruments are performing optimally.
IQ/OQ Services
Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ) Services for thermal cyclers and real-time PCR systems ensure that your systems function properly.
CFX Qualification Plate
Use the predispensed CFX Qualification Plate to quickly and easily verify the performance of your CFX Real-Time PCR Detection System.
Contact an Expert
Consult with a specialist about how Bio-Rad can help you with your genomics research.