PR1MA™ qMAX™ Probe qPCR Mix

• Same high efficiency for multiplex and singleplex reactions
• Includes PR1MA Hot Start Taq Polymerase for greater specificity and accuracy
• Compatible with popular hydrolysis and beacon probes
• Ready to use 2X mastermix
• Early Ct values and detection across a broad dynamic range

Optimized for use with TaqMan™, Scorpions^® and molecular beacon probes, qMax Probe qPCR Mix is a ready-to-use formulation for real-time quantitative assays. qMax Probe utilizes PR1MA™ Hot Start Taq Polymerase or robust PCR with a variety of templates. A specially formulated buffer provides optimal conditions for both superior polymerase function and probe detection, resulting in earlier Ct values and a broad detection range. Complicated, multiplex reactions can be performed without any loss in performance or decrease in detection. The 2X mix requires little, if any optimization and can be used with both fast and standard protocols.

PR1MA™ qMax Probe qPCR Mix can be used to detect any DNA template, including genomic DNA and cDNA. Available in high, low and no ROX formulations, qMax Probe is compatible with most qPCR instruments.

*Please note these products ship on dry ice.  Appropriate shipping charges apply unless otherwise noted on a quote.

PR1MA™ Cryo Tube Aluminum Cooler Rack

• Keep Cryo Tubes cold on the bench
• Non-Skid rubber feet provide a stable platform for loading samples
• Gets cold in as few as 25 minutes
• Samples stay cold on your bench top for up to an hour
• Small footprint minimizes bench top and freezer space used
• Precisely drilled wells allow for maximum heat transfer between the block and samples

• Convenient cDNA synthesis and PCR in a single tube from 1 pg total RNA
• Formulated for highly specific and sensitive RT-PCR from any RNA templates
• Incorporates thermostable reverse transcriptase and Hot-Start Taq for preparation at room temperature

The PR1MA One-Step RT-PCR Kit has been formulated for cDNA synthesis and subsequent PCR in a single tube for end-point analysis. This latest generation RT-PCR Kit consists of an MMLV-derived, thermostable Reverse Transcriptase (45°C to 55°C), an advanced RNase Inhibitor and PR1MA Hot Start Taq for ultra-sensitive one-step RT-PCR from as little as 1pg total RNA starting material.

The optimized buffer chemistry allows for efficient reverse transcription and PCR of problematic sequences with significant secondary structure (such as GC-rich targets). The PR1MA One-Step RT-PCR Kit is ideal for determining the presence or absence of RNA templates and quantifying expression through qualitative analysis of RNA transcription levels. The kit also efficiently synthesizes double-stranded cDNA for subsequent gene expression analysis.

PR1MA™ Mini Gel Electrophoresis System

• Complete system, includes gel box, power supply and casting sets
• Quick and easy gel casting, no tape, clamps or spacers required
• Compact design, footprint: 7 x 5.1 in.

The PR1MA™ Mini Gel electrophoresis system includes all of the equipment that you need to get up and running: gel tank, power supply, and two casting sets. Ideal for personal use, small laboratories, or the classroom, this gel box/power supply combination is compact and easy to use.

The mini gel box attaches directly to the power supply for a secure connection every time. Selectable parameters include 3 preset voltages – 35V, 50V or 100V – and a 99-minute timer. All are set using the membrane keypad.

The safety lid is vented to help dissipate heat generated during electrophoresis and features a viewing area above the gel. Current will only run through the system when the lid is properly in place on top of the gel box.

Trays and casting stands for both 10.5 x 6 cm and 5 x 6 cm gels are included with the PR1MA™ Mini system, as are double-sided combs. The smaller tooth combs are compatible with multi-channel pipettes. Casting is quick and easy – just place the tray in the casting stand and pour. The trays feature a dark contrast strip to help visualize wells while loading and lines that fluoresce under UV and blue light to track the progress of the run.

Specifications

PR1MA™ qMAX™ cDNA Synthesis Kits

PR1MA™ now offers two cDNA Synthesis Kits, to meet a range of requirements.
 
The original cDNA Synthesis Kit is a 2-tube format for easy reaction setup and is ideal for 4 pg to 0.5 µg of input RNA. One tube includes our exceptionally stable Reverse Transcriptase combined with a potent RNAse inhibitor, and the other tube contains a 5X reaction buffer with an optimal mixture of anchored oligo (dT) primers and random hexamers to produce a non-biased population of cDNA. 
 
The 1st Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit includes four components: a high-capacity Reverse Transcriptase, an optimized 5X buffer, separate solutions of oligo (dT) primers, and random hexamer primers. This multi-component format is ideal for 10pg to 2.0µg of input RNA and allows for greater flexibility in assay design.

 
PR1MA™ qMax cDNA Synthesis Kits
  

Item	Description	Volume (20 µL)
PR2100-C-S	PR1MA™ qMax™ cDNA Synthesis Kit	10 Reactions (Sample)
PR2100-C-25	PR1MA™ qMax™ cDNA Synthesis Kit	25 Reactions
PR2100-C-100	PR1MA™ qMax™ cDNA Synthesis Kit	100 Reactions
PR2100-C-250	PR1MA™ qMax™ cDNA Synthesis Kit	250 Reactions

 

PR1MA™ qMax First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kits  
 

Item	Description	Volume (20 µL)
PR2110-S	PR1MA™ qMax™ First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit	10 Reactions (Sample)
PR2110-50	PR1MA™ qMax™ First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit	50 Reactions
PR2110-100	PR1MA™ qMax™ First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit	100 Reactions
PR2110-200	PR1MA™ qMax™ First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit	200 Reactions

 Item PR2110-100 has been discontinued by the manufacturer;
however, we will be continuing to supply the other quantities.

In place of item PR2110-100, please order items PR2110-50 or PR2110-200

 

 
PR1MA™ dNTPs

• Supplied as a ready-to-use 40mM mix or a set of 4 separate 100mM solutions
• Free of impurities and inhibitors that reduce sensitivity and yield
• No nuclease, protease or nickase activity
• >99% pure, purified by HPLC
• 24-month shelf life

PR1MA™ dNTP's are purified by HPLC in a strict process that results in greater than 99% purity. The stringent purification process eliminates PCR inhibitors such as tetraphosphates and pyrophosphates that can interfere with the sensitivity of your PCR and reduce yields.
The 40mM dNTP Mix is a single tube that contains premixed dNTPs at a concentration of 10mM each. The 100mM dNTP Set contains four individual tubes, one each of dATP, dCTP, dGTP and dTTP. The nucleotides are supplied in ultra-pure water as an ammonium salt. Both the set and mix are stable for 24 months when stored at -20ºC.

Extensive quality control testing is performed to ensure the dNTPs are free of nuclease, protease and nickase activity. Each lot is performance tested in standard PCR, long PCR and qPCR reactions to assess reproducibility and sensitivity.

PR1MA™ dNTP Mix

PR1MA™ dNTP Set  

Item	Description	Volume
PR3101-S-1	PR1MA™ 100 mM dNTP Set, dATP, dCTP, dGTP, dTTP	250 µL/25 µmol each
PR3101-S-4	PR1MA™ 100 mM dNTP Set, dATP, dCTP, dGTP, dTTP	1 mL/100 µmol each
PR3101-S-20	PR1MA™ 100 mM dNTP Set, dATP, dCTP, dGTP, dTTP	20 x 250 µL/25 µmol each

 

 
PR1MA™ Hot Start Taq

• Exceptional sensitivity for low-copy PCR
• Ideal for multiplex PCR and amplification of GC-rich DNA
• Same enhanced features as PR1MA Taq Polymerase
• Buffer optimized for fast cycling and reproducibility

Engineered for controlled polymerase activity, PR1MA Hot Start Taq is bound with a monoclonal antibody that blocks enzyme activity. This allows reactions to be set up at room temperature without the risk of non-specific amplification.

When samples are ready, the reaction mixture is heated to 95°C to denature the antibody and initiate the reaction. Similar to the standard PR1MA Taq, Hot Start Taq is provided with a 5X buffer, or in a ready-to-use 2X Master Mix. The Master Mix can be ordered with or without an incorporated red gel loading dye.  The Red Dye Master Mix incorporates a red-loading dye that allows amplified samples to be loaded directly on an agarose gel.  The red color aids in visualization during pipetting, and higher density of the buffer ensures that the samples will drop into the gel wells.

 
PR1MA™ High Fidelity Polymerase

• 50X higher fidelity than Taq DNA polymerase
• Works with crude DNA sample
• Ideal for cloning, mutagenesis and microarrays
• Produces blunt end products, to clone directly into blunt end vectors
• Optimized buffer system with unique PCR enhancers

For applications requiring highly accurate amplification, choose PR1MA™ High Fidelity DNA polymerase. Modified for better solubility and higher activity across a broad range of ionic conditions, this polymerase will amplify a wide range of targets, including those that are GC or AT rich as well as crude samples.

A 3'-5' proofreading exonuclease activity and an error rate of 4.55×10-7 makes PR1MA™ High Fidelity DNA Polymerase the perfect partner for cloning applications. The supplied 5X buffer with dNTPs is optimized for compatibility with a variety of targets.

 

Specifications

 
PR1MA™ High Fidelity Hot Start Master Mix

• Leaves an A-overhang for TA cloning
• Ideal for difficult, high GC content sequences
• 10x fidelity of native Taq
• Ideal for long PCR, up to 10kb targets

PR1MA™ High Fidelity Hot Start Mix is a hot start 2x formulation which provides excellent sensitivity in low-copy number assays with 10x higher fidelity than Taq polymerase. The 2x master mix contains proprietary enhancers, an antibody-mediated hot-start mechanism, and a proofreading component for trouble-free PCR reaction assembly and performance.

The pre-optimized Hot Start Master Mix is supplied in a single tube, reducing the number of pipetting steps while improving throughput and reproducibility. The highly efficient buffer formulation and hot-start blend provide the ideal conditions for high-performance PCR and inactivity at room temperature thereby eliminating non-specific amplification.

PR1MA High Fidelity Master Mix

• Leaves a blunt end
• Rapid extension: up to 1 kb per 15 seconds
• 100x fidelity of native Taq
• Ideal for shorter, less complex targets

A 2x formulation which provides extreme sensitivity in low copy number assays with 100x the fidelity of native Taq, PR1MA High Fidelity Master Mix is perfect for shorter, less complex targets. The 2x master-mix contains proprietary enhancers and a proof-reading component for trouble-free PCR reaction assembly and performance. High Fidelity Master Mix delivers a unique balance of PCR sensitivity, high fidelity, versatility, and tolerance to inhibitors.

The pre-optimized Master Mix is supplied in a single tube, reducing the number of pipetting steps while improving throughput and reproducibility. The highly efficient buffer formulation provides the ideal conditions for high-performance PCR.

PR1MA™ qMAX One-Step RT-qPCR Kits

• RNA to cDNA to qPCR in one tube
• High purity enzyme formulation for enhanced stability and performance
• PR1MA Hot-Start Taq allows for preparation at room-temperature
• Compatible with all qPCR instruments
• Available for green fluorescence or probe detection

Both One-Step Kits are compatible with standard and fast cycling protocols and provide increased sensitivity, speed and reproducibility for a broad range of samples and targets.  The polymerase mix is available with different levels of ROX reference dye for compatibility with all qPCR instruments.

Two versions of our One-Step qPCR Kits are available:

qMAX™ Green One-Step Kits incorporate our proprietary intercalating dye which exhibits higher fluorescent and lower PCR inhibition than other popular dyes such as SYBR.

qMAX™ Probe One-Step Kits are optimized for use with popular TaqMan, Scorpions, and molecular beacon probes.

*Please note these products ship on dry ice.  Appropriate shipping charges apply unless otherwise noted on a quote.