Reverse transcription qPCR (RT-qPCR) combines reverse transcription and qPCR and is routinely used to detect causative virions from respiratory secretions. Due to the sensitivity of RT-qPCR, these assays should be conducted using strict quality control and assurance procedures while also limiting the amount of human contact to reduce the risk of errors or contamination.

In this application note, using SARS-CoV-2 detection as an example, Gilson highlight how integrating automated liquid handling systems like PIPETMAX® into your RT-qPCR workflows can help remove the risk of manual errors in sample transfers.

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