The Applied Biosystems QuantStudio Absolute Q AutoRun Digital PCR (dPCR) Suite is an integrated system solution that scales precise nucleic acid quantification while keeping it simple. With flexible instrument configurations and intelligent automation that supports up to 72 hours of hands-free operation, the AutoRun Suite helps to maximize high-throughput multiplex dPCR with a streamlined walk-away workflow.

Reclaim valuable time and resources while helping to maximize throughput with the following features:

  • Powerfully simple technology—the AutoRun Suite is built around the efficient workflow and short time-to-answer of the QuantStudio Absolute Q Digital PCR System. Featuring microfluidic array plate technology, Absolute Q MAP16 dPCR plates enable consistent compartmentalization while requiring less hands-on prep time for improved productivity.
  • Walk-away workflow—up to 60 reaction plates can be prepared and loaded in the system to keep dPCR analysis running for up to three days without operator intervention. The Thermo Scientific Spinnaker microplate robot seamlessly manages loading and unloading plates to free up personnel for more important tasks. DNA digital PCR reactions on the MAP16 dPCR plates are stable for over 72 hours, offering you peace of mind and improved automated run-to-run data consistency.
  • Scalable throughput—with flexibility to integrate automation using a single or dual QuantStudio Absolute Q dPCR instrument configuration, you can dynamically scale throughput (over 960 samples per batch). Software innovation powers an improved user experience to match your growing throughput needs with multi-plate and multi-batch analysis. Already have a QuantStudio Absolute Q dPCR system? Existing Absolute Q dPCR systems are compatible for an AutoRun Suite upgrade.

 

Discover how the QuantStudio Absolute Q AutoRun dPCR Suite delivers a simple and scalable automated digital PCR workflow to enable consistent high throughput dPCR


Applications and use cases
 

Nucleic acid analysis using digital PCR plays an increasingly critical role in fields such as cell and gene therapy development and cancer research. Prized for highly precise standard curve–free absolute quantification, automated digital PCR analysis helps minimize variability and optimize throughput during sample processing.

Key applications and uses include but are not limited to:


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Applied Biosystems QuanStudio Absolute Q AutoRun Digital PCR Suite for High Throughput Automated Workflows

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High Throughput Sample Data Consistency for Adeno-Associated Virus Using an Automated Digital PCR System


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Powerfully simple digital PCR workflow—to scale
 

The powerfully simple digital PCR workflow you know just got easier. Load prepared Absolute Q MAP16 digital PCR plates into plate storage racks at the beginning of your workday. Hit "start" with the latest software for the system to load, unload, and process all your dPCR experiments while you leave to focus on more important tasks. Sit at your desk and start planning your next experiments then examine your pre-analyzed digital PCR data when the runs are complete.

 


Flexible configurations to meet your throughput and automation needs
 

The QuantStudio Absolute Q AutoRun dPCR Suite can be configured to integrate up to two QuantStudio Absolute Q dPCR instruments. Have an existing system? Every Quantstudio Absolute Q dPCR System is compatible for an upgrade to the AutoRun Suite.


 

Dual-configuration

 

  • Includes two Absolute Q instruments and one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for biopharma manufacturing and QC processes

 

single-configuration

 

  • Includes one Absolute Q instrument and one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for smaller production processes, drug discovery, development, and clinical trials research

 

Upgrade

 

  • Includes one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for smaller production processes, drug discovery, development, and clinical trials research

 

Dual-configuration

 

  • Includes two Absolute Q instruments and one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for biopharma manufacturing and QC processes

 

single-configuration

 

  • Includes one Absolute Q instrument and one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for smaller production processes, drug discovery, development, and clinical trials research

 

Upgrade

 

  • Includes one Spinnaker robot
  • Best suited for smaller production processes, drug discovery, development, and clinical trials research


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Service and support
 

All-inclusive service partnership

Our service and support team will be the single point of contact you can rely on to handle everything from installation, which includes performance checks, and training to optimizing workflow applications, software, and all instrument components to help ensure your lab is quickly performing at its peak

 

Get answers and keep moving

We offer a rapid response 24/7, 365 days a year for both in-person and remote troubleshooting depending on your specific needs. Our service partnership includes planned maintenance visits to solve problems before they arise and on-hand locally stocked parts for those unavoidable repairs to minimize downtime and keep your lab moving forward. Geographic restrictions may apply

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