PCR

PCR (polymerase chain reaction) is an invaluable tool for molecular biology research. It is used daily in laboratories around the world in a wide array of applications such as cloning, gene expression analysis, genotyping, sequencing, and mutagenesis. We offer products to help you achieve PCR success for virtually any application. With trusted Applied Biosystems thermal cyclers and real-time PCR systems, industry-leading Invitrogen SuperScript and Platinum Taq enzymes, and millions of reliable Applied Biosystems TaqMan Assays, you’ll find everything you need to help you achieve PCR success.

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Real-Time PCR (qPCR)

Real-time PCR assays & reagents for TaqMan- or SYBR Green–based qPCR, designed for a variety of instruments.

PCR Enzymes & Reagents

PCR enzymes for any application: high fidelity, high specificity, long fragment, GC rich, genotyping, or routine PCR.

Thermal Cyclers & Real-Time PCR Instruments

Applied Biosystems instruments have been trusted by researchers for years for providing reliable, robust results.

Reverse Transcription

Reverse transcription (RT) enzymes, including SuperScript Reverse Transcriptase, and first-strand synthesis kits to obtain high-quality cDNA.

Digital PCR

A new approach to nucleic acid detection & quantification. Go beyond the limits of real-time PCR with the new Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3D Digital PCR System.

PCR Primers

Our primer design tools are seamlessly connected to our online ordering system, so you never have to cut and paste sequences.

DNA & RNA Purification

Explore our Invitrogen technology choices for efficient purification of RNA, miRNA, plasmid DNA, and gDNA.

Thermo Scientific PCR Tools

PCR enzymes, plastic consumables, buffers and reagents for any application.

Find the PCR products and information you need

Reliable results depend on clearly defined experimental goals and a good understanding of the reagents and instruments you'll use. Browse our qPCR educational materials and application-based product selection guides to help you get started.

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