Search Applied Biosystems TaqMan Assays
Quantitative PCR (qPCR) or real-time PCR is used for sensitive, specific detection and quantification of nucleic acid targets. We have developed powerful assay design algorithms, supported by intuitive data analysis software, to help harness the power of qPCR across a rich and diverse set of applications.
Gene expression analysis
- Detect virtually any gene product with our predesigned assays
- Best-coverage assays to detect highest number of transcript variants possible
MicroRNA analysis
- Detect targets with as few as 60 copies of input microRNA (miRNA)
- Compatible with tissue and biofluids including serum and plasma
Genotyping
- Largest selection of predesigned assays for genotyping every SNP of interest as well as polymorphisms associated with drug metabolism (DME)
Primers & probes
- Dual-labeled TaqMan probes and unlabeled oligos for use as qPCR assays
- Interrogate multiplexed targets or detect novel targets not addressed by predesigned assays
Virology
- Detect specific viruses and verify targets involved in the immunological response to viral infection
- Predesigned assays address host genes implicated in SARS-CoV-2 research including viral entry factors, chemokines and other targets
Immunology
- Discover and verify immunological pathways and biomarkers
- Predesigned assays and arrays address common targets in human, mouse and rat hosts
Immuno-oncology
- Discover and verify immune-related genes and checkpoint inhibitors
- Predesigned assays address nearly 400 biomarkers involved in immuno-oncology research
Publications
- Search publications relevant to your disease research area
- Discover how TaqMan Assays help advance cutting edge research
Predesigned TaqMan Assays
Applied Biosystems TaqMan predesigned assays contain everything you need: TaqMan probe and PCR primer sets formulated to work right out of the box. No additional design, optimization, or melt curve analysis needed. Cited in more than 40K publications to date, TaqMan Assays deliver the specificity, sensitivity, and reproducibility your research deserves—not to mention they’re backed by our TaqMan Assay performance guarantee. You can also order your assay with special off-catalog manufacturing modifications using our Specialty service or leverage Thermo Fisher’s manufacturing infrastructure with our GMP oligos optionsor OEM and contract manufacturing services.
We currently offer more than 20 million predesigned TaqMan Assays to address nearly every qPCR application:
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Custom assay design
Can’t find what you need from our portfolio of predesigned assays? Use our TaqMan Custom Design Assay Tool to easily design your own assay based on your target sequence of interest or submit the primer/probe sequences of your own design. Each custom assay is a mix of forward primer, reverse primer, and FAM and/or VIC dye-labeled TaqMan MGB probe.
Primers & probes
Design your own TaqMan primer and probe sets from your choice of dye-labeled TaqMan MGB, TAMRA, or QSY custom probes and Applied Biosystems unlabeled, sequence detection primers.
Tubes | TaqMan Array cards & plates | OpenArray | |
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Individual tubes or tube sets available in XS, S, M, L | 96- and 384-well plates with pre-spotted assays | 384-well microfluidic cards with pre-spotted assays | 3,072 through-holes with pre-spotted assays |
High flexibility for low throughput studies | Supports automation for medium-to-high throughput projects | Easy and convenient–no robotics needed | Higher throughput for routine applications or larger projects |
Available for both predesigned and custom designed assays. | Offered in a variety of content options:
| Available in off-the-shelf, inventoried arrays as well as made-to-order with total flexibility using predesigned and/or custom assays. | |
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Applied Biosystems TaqMan Assays are the industry-leading choice for 5' nuclease qPCR assays. They are designed using a highly sophisticated oligonucleotide probe/primer design pipeline.
This includes robust primer design algorithms and an extensive array of bioinformatics tools and processes to automate assay design.
Why choose TaqMan Assays?
- Easy-to-use—more than 20 million assays predesigned and optimized for you
- Most cited—more than 40K scientific publications
- Higher sensitivity and precision with MGB probe chemistry
TaqMan Assay performance guarantee
If a TaqMan Assay doesn't perform as described on our website or datasheet, we'll replace the product at no cost to you or provide you with a credit for a future purchase.
Power to the pros
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Explore the full breadth of our Applied Biosystems real-time PCR offering ›
Featured videos
Taq Talk video series
Episode 1: Understanding real-time PCR terminology
Episode 2: Phases of real-time PCR and why they’re important
Episode 3: What are Ct values in real-time PCR?
Episode 4: How TaqMan real-time PCR assays work
Real-time PCR basics
Whether you're new to real-time PCR, also called quantitative PCR (qPCR), or want to learn about new applications for real-time PCR, we have the learning material, including videos and webinars, to help you understand the technology and get started quickly.
Real-time PCR Support Center
One resource for all your real-time PCR support needs. Navigate through the qPCR application areas to obtain relevant technical information, view tips and tricks when starting an experiment, and find answers to everyday qPCR problems.
TaqMan documentation files
Access the files you need for your TaqMan assay, array card, and array plate products.
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