Predefined run methods
The following run methods (distributed across ten categories) are supplied with the
SimpliAmp
™
Thermal Cycler. A particular run method can appear in more than one
category. These run methods are based on our recommended protocols and should be
considered as starting points for the dierent applications. Your results may vary
between instrument models, so some optimization may be needed. Please note that
the ramp rates of these methods are set at 100%.
The following table lists the categories and the run methods they include.
Table 12 Pre-defined categories and run methods
Category
Run method
Blank Template
• General PCR Run Method
• Blank PCR 1
• Blank PCR 2
Basic PCR
• AmpliTaq
™
360 Method
• AmpliTaq
™
Method
• Basic PCR Taq Method
Hot Start
• AmpliTaq
™
360 Method
• AmpliTaq Gold
™
Method
• AmpliTaq Gold
™
Fast PCR Run Method
• Platinum
®
Taq DNA Polymerase Method
• Platinum
®
Taq SuperMix Method
Sequencing
• BigDye
™
Direct Cycle Sequence Method
• BigDye
™
Direct PCR Run Method
• BigDye
™
Kit Fast Run Method
• BigDye
™
Kit Standard Run Method
Optimization
• Time Release Run Method
• Touchdown PCR Run Method
RT-PCR SuperScript
®
III 1-Step System Method
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