SuperScript Reverse Transcriptases

Gain momentum with SuperScript reverse transcriptases—the most cited, trusted, and highest-performing cDNA synthesis products

With over 50,000 citations, reviews, and publications, Invitrogen SuperScript Reverse Transcriptases (RTs) are proven to be the best choice for many research applications. Our latest innovation, Invitrogen SuperScript IV RT was developed for improved thermostability, processivity, and cDNA yields to enable superior performance with even the most challenging RNA samples. If you seek the best cDNA synthesis performance, you need SuperScript RTs.

Which SuperScript product is right for you?

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  Most effective enzyme for all RNA, including difficult templates Full optimization with flexible priming options for RT-PCR Highest performance and convenience for RT-qPCR Highest performance and convenience for RT-qPCR; with integrated gDNA removal Fast and simple RT-PCR workflow
Product SuperScript IV Reverse Transcriptase SuperScript IV First-Strand Synthesis System SuperScript IV VILO Master Mix SuperScript IV VILO Master Mix with ezDNase  SuperScript III One-Step RT-PCR System with Platinum Taq High Fidelity
Format Stand-alone enzyme cDNA synthesis kit cDNA synthesis master mix cDNA synthesis master mix with gDNA removal One-step RT-PCR kit
Optimal reaction temperature 50–55°C 50–55°C 50°C 50°C 55°C
RT reaction time 10 min 10 min
 10 min 10 min (additional 2 min gDNA removal) 30 min
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Reverse transcriptase reaction in 10 minutes—enzyme processivity

SuperScript IV RT has very high processivity and requires less time to generate full-length cDNA compared to wild type enzymes. With SuperScript IV RT it is possible to perform cDNA synthesis in only 10 minutes.

Inhibitors in reverse transcriptase reaction

Inhibitors can significantly impair the efficiency of reverse transcription reactions. Greatly improved processivity of SuperScript IV RT allows cDNA synthesis even in the presence of common inhibitors such as guanidinium, heparin, and salts.

Understanding reverse transcriptase—effects on Ct value

SuperScript IV RT outperforms wild type RTs with better efficiency and sensitivity. Therefore, with SuperScript IV RT, the Ct value can be significantly reduced compared to wild type enzymes in RT-qPCR applications.

Overcoming RT-qPCR challenges

Sensitivity and dynamic range in reverse transcription are important factors for accurate quantitation in RT-qPCR. Learn the top 5 reasons for reduced sensitivity and high variability in RT-qPCR applications, and how SuperScript IV VILO Master Mix can help to overcome these challenges.

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