Abstract
Real time technology provides great advancements over PCR-based methods for a broad range of applications. With the increased availability of sequencing information, there is a need for the development and application of high-throughput real time PCR genotyping and gene expression methods that significantly broaden the current screening capabilities. Thermo Fisher Scientific (USA) has released a platform (QuantStudio™ 12K Flex system coupled with OpenArray® technology) with key elements required for high-throughput SNP genotyping and gene expression analysis. This allows for a rapid screening of large numbers of TaqMan® assays (up to 256) in many samples (up to 480) per run. This advanced real-time method involves the use of an array composed of 3,000 through-holes running on the QuantStudio™ 12K with OpenArray® block. The aim of this chapter is to outline the OpenArray® approach while providing a comprehensive in-depth review of the scientific literature on this topic. In agreement with a large number of independent studies, we conclude that the use of OpenArray® technology is a rapid and accurate method for high-throughput and large-scale systems biology studies with high specificity and sensitivity.
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Broccanello, C., Gerace, L., Stevanato, P. (2020). QuantStudio™ 12K Flex OpenArray® System as a Tool for High-Throughput Genotyping and Gene Expression Analysis. In: Biassoni, R., Raso, A. (eds) Quantitative Real-Time PCR. Methods in Molecular Biology, vol 2065. Humana, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-9833-3_15
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