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RNA library preparation

Revolutionise your RNA research

The RNA library preparation kits offer a range of benefits, including high accuracy, long reads, and fast turnaround times. Every research project is unique, so to cater to different research projects, a range of kits are available. Confidently characterise and quantify full-length RNA transcripts, splice variants, and fusions using short to ultra-long fragment Oxford Nanopore sequencing. Accurately analyse differential gene expression and transcript usage. Sequence native RNA directly, without amplification or reverse transcription, and identify base modifications.

PCR-free protocols to elimate bias

Library for full-length transcripts sequencing

cDNA sequencing

Base modifications preserved


Direct RNA cDNA
Direct RNA Sequencing Kit cDNA-PCR Sequencing Kit
Preparation time 135 min ~225 mins + PCR
Input recommendation 300 ng poly(A)+ RNA or 1 μg total RNA 10 ng poly(A)+ RNA or 500 ng total RNA
Reverse transcription Optional Yes
Amplification No Yes
Barcode options In development cDNA-PCR Barcoding Kit (24 plex)
Typical output 20M reads >100M reads
Methylation included Yes -

Richer insights with full-length transcripts

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