A conventional thermal cycler has long been a commodity product in the lab and end-point PCR techniques can be completed almost with an 'auto-pilot' mindset. However, how many secrets are hidden inside a simple device? What differentiates between different models in the market? These secrets can bring your lab productivity to the next level without major changes in cost or practices. Understanding your thermal cyclers and peripheral accessories will guide you in your next purchase, experimental planning, as well as improve overall PCR results.

 

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