LightCycler® Multiplex DNA Master
LightCycler® Multiplex RNA Virus Master
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Introducing the new
LightCycler® Masters
optimized for Multiplex qPCR
5x advantage
The initial steps of your experiments set an important foundation to your
work. Hence it’s important to get the details right in order to ensure
successes down the line.
Bring your qPCR to the next level with two newly formulated master mixes
from Roche that can detect a greater number of targets per reaction, work
more efficiently, and maximize your valuable samples.
Robust results
Select one of the new master mixes
for efficient and reliable detection of:
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• R
NA targets (one-step) –
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RNA Virus Master
• D
NA targets (two-step) –
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DNA Master
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• More freedom to include multiple sets of oligos (probes and primers)
• Less volume taken up by the mix, so more volume is available for the
sample material, providing a more sensitive target detection
Our
5x
concentrated
LightCycler®
Multiplex Masters
• Detect low copy number of DNA or
RNA targets with higher sensitivity
5x advantage
The advantages of a 5x concentrated mix in multiplex qPCR include:
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5x concentrated to deliver
outstanding performance
and throughput
• Suitable for a wide range
of sample materials
• Increase your throughput
and work efficiency
• Allow you to achieve maximum data
from your valuable samples
Robust results
Other considerations
when choosing a master
mix for multiplexing
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aster mix developed for successful, reliable multiplex
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qPCR must be engineered to:
• Achieve high specificity amplicon generation in the
presence of multiple primer pairs
in the amplification mixture
• Ensure the correct targets are amplified, while
minimizing non-specific primer artifacts
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• Be robust enough to drive several amplifications
per reaction
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For DNA targets
The LightCycler® Multiplex RNA Virus Master
The LightCycler® Multiplex DNA Master
• Optimized for fast and reliable detection
of up to five RNA targets
• Optimized for fast and reliable detection
up to five DNA targets
• Consists of a unique recombinant reverse transcriptase
and the aptamer-mediated hot start AptaTaq
Fast DNA Polymerase
• Specially formulated for fast and highly specific multiplex
qPCR or two-step RT-qPCR
• Guarantees fast and highly specific one-step multiplex
qPCR detection of RNA targets isolated from a variety of
sample materials
• Guarantees fast and highly
specific multiplex qPCR
detection of DNA targets
isolated from a variety of
sample materials
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• Ensures RNA test
results are derived
from RNA transcripts,
not from residual
genomic DNA through
a two-vial composition
separating RT enzyme
from RT minus controls
Robust results
For RNA targets
• Guarantees fast and highly specific one-step multiplex
RT-qPCR detection of RNA targets isolated from a variety
of sample materials
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5x advantage
Rely on the new LightCycler®
Multiplex Masters to maximize
the performance of your
LightCycler® System
β-Globin (FAM)
Similar amplification curves, in
singleplex vs. 4-plex reactions
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Similar amplification curves, in
singleplex vs. 4-plex reactions
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your valuable samples
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• Rely on a master mix optimized for multiplex detection of up to five targets
• Detect low copy numbers of DNA or RNA targets with higher sensitivity
using a 5x master mix concentration
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Increase throughput and cost efficiency of your qPCR
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• Expect equivalent performance in multiplex or singleplex
qPCR reactions (Fig. 1)
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Average Cq Values
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Comparable Cq Values, in singleplex vs.
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Control (Cy5)
Similar amplification curves, in
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Similar amplification curves, in
singleplex vs. 4-plex reactions
Same linearity, in singleplex vs.
4-plex reactions
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• Save cost and time by making your samples go further
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Figure 1. Results show similar Cq values (A), PCR efficiency (B) and amplification curves (C)
of 4 different targets, when ran in singleplex and 4-plex reactions. Four different
assays were ran on a LightCycler® 96 System, using the LightCycler® Multiplex DNA Master.
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4-plex
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Generate consistent results
β2M and Control Singleplex and Duplex
Reproducible Multiplex qPCR, from one person to another
Achieve robust and reproducible results,
while minimizing optimization
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• Obtain linear, sensitive and reproducible results in a
multiplex qPCR (Fig. 2)
• Deliver consistent and reproducible multiplex performance, from one
colleague to another (Fig. 3)
• Include reference gene assays, such as Universal ProbeLibrary (UPL)
assays from Roche, in the same reaction as your targets
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Robust performance across a wide dynamic range
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Figure 3. Results show similar Cq values, qPCR efficiency and sensitivity of β2M,
in triplicate, singleplex and duplex reactions, even when performed by different
operators. β2M gene was detected with the LightCycler® 480 System, using the
LightCycler® Multiplex DNA Master.
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Figure 2. Expect the same robust performance across a dynamic range. Duplex assays of serial
1:4 dilutions (10 ng to 2.4 pg) on the LightCycler® 480 System, using the LightCycler® Multiplex
DNA Master, were detected with a β-globin UPL (Universal ProbeLibrary) probe and a UPL
reference gene assay for β2M.
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β2M (Yellow 555-labeled)
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5x advantage
• Detect a multitude of targets without the need for reaction optimization
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• Decrease experiment set-up time and effort with a convenient
single vial mix for DNA
With many labs having to work with finite resources, multiplex qPCR
tests are a great way for your lab to run more efficiently and realize
significant cost savings.
• Ensure RNA test results are derived from RNA transcripts, not from
residual genomic DNA through a two-vial composition separating RT
enzyme from RT minus controls
• Experience peace of mind when setting up room temperature reactions
with these new thermostable masters
• Increase your lab throughput with mixes compatible with automation
Multiplex qPCR detection offers several advantages. It can increase your
efficiency, maximize your valuable samples, and allow you to easily include
reference gene with your targets.
5x advantage
Designed to fit the growing
needs of your lab
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Improve your qPCR workflow
Now that you‘ve chosen a LightCycler® system, make the most of your qPCR
research and rely on the experienced technical team at Roche for both your
instrument and application support.
Robust results
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Make a difference to the way
you discover more with the
LightCycler® Multiplex Masters
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Cat No
No. of rxns
Content
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LightCycler® Multiplex RNA Virus Master
06 754 155 001
07 083 173 001
200 reactions of 20µl
1000 reactions of 20µl
1. RT-Enzyme Solutions,
200x conc.
2. RT-qPCR Reaction Mix,
5x conc.
3. Water, PCR grade
LightCycler® Multiplex DNA Master
200 reactions of 20µl
07 339 577 001
1000 reactions of 20µl
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07 339 585 001
1. qPCR Reaction Mix, 5x conc.
2. Water, PCR grade
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