SMRT Sequencing
Our SMRT technology harnesses the natural process of DNA replication, which is a highly efficient and accurate process. Learn more

SMRT Sequencing
Just as an x-ray reveals nature’s underlying structure, our single molecule real time (SMRT) approach can reveal new biological insights.
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Overview of PacBio RS Secondary Analysis
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SMRT Cell and Tip Drawer
At full capacity the tip drawer holds 2,304 tips.
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SMRT Cell
DNA sequencing is performed on SMRT Cells, each containing tens of thousands of zero-mode waveguides.
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Onboard Robotics
The PacBio RS includes robotics for automated liquid handling.
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PacBio RS Loading Drawer
The loading drawer contains the SMRT Cell tray and tips.
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Overview of PacBio RS Instrument Run
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SMRT Cell Tray
A full SMRT Cell tray holds 12 8Pacs.
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SMRT Biology
Just as an x-ray reveals nature's underlying structure, our single molecule real time (SMRT) approach can reveal new biological insights.
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SMRT Biology
Our technology enables real-time analysis of biomolecules with single molecule resolution, which has the potential to reveal new biological insights.
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8Pac
Eight SMRT Cells are packaged together into a streamlined 8Pac format.
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The PacBio RS
The PacBio RS conducts, monitors, and analyzes single molecule sequencing reactions in real time. Learn more

Primary Analysis
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PacBio RS Optics
A view of the optics inside the PacBio RS
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Introduction to SMRT Sequencing
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SMRT Biology
Just as an x-ray reveals nature's underlying structure, our single molecule real time (SMRT) approach can reveal new biological insights.
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RS Touch
The instrument's touchscreen interface, the RS Touch, is the user's primary interaction point with the PacBio RS, assisting the user in loading the instrument and initiating sequencing.
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Consumables
The DNA Template Prep Kit is used to convert isolated DNA samples into the SMRTbell library format. Library preparation is performed at the benchtop by the user or may be automated.
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Monitoring and responding to infectious disease
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