Description: Laboratory apparatus most commonly used for quantification of DNA. Real-time PCR can be used for both qualitative and quantitative analysis; choosing the best method for your application requires a broad knowledge of this technology. This section provides an overview of real-time PCR, reverse-transcription quantitative PCR techniques, and the choice of instruments that Bio-Rad offers for these techniques. It also provides tips for steps in RNA isolation such as sample collection, RNA extraction, and analyzing the quality and quantity of RNA.

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