PACBIO RS
The PacBio RS is a third generation DNA sequencing system that incorporates novel, single molecule sequencing techniques and advanced analytics to reveal true biology in real time. We call this SMRT® (Single Molecule, Real-Time) technology. The system conducts, monitors and analyzes biochemical reactions at the individual molecule level, according to your specific protocol and experiment design. Long readlengths, intuitive operation and throughput flexibility combine to deliver the data you need, faster than previously possible.
The instrument features high performance optics, automated liquid handling, and an environmental control center, all directed through an intuitive touchscreen interface. Also included is a state-of-the-art Blade Center, the computational brain responsible for primary data analysis. The comprehensive informatics suite, for more advanced analyses, completes the package. Because we are continuously working to expand our capabilities, the instrument is designed with maximum scalability. This allows for seamless integration of performance enhancements through chemistry and software advances.
The instrument contains three primary user access points:
- RS Touch touchscreen interface. The system's primary control center, it features an adjustable viewing angle and is fully compatible with gloved use.
- Reagent and Sample Drawer for plate loading.
- SMRT Cell and Tip Drawer for consumables loading.
Throughout the DNA sequencing process, the PacBio RS uses advanced collection optics to record light pulses emitted as a byproduct of nucleotide incorporation. These signals are delivered in real time to the primary analysis pipeline, housed entirely on the Blade Center. Proprietary algorithms translate each pulse into an A, C, G or T base call with its own set of quality metrics. As soon as the basecall data is generated, it is available for secondary analysis through PacBio software or virtually any other secondary analysis pipeline.
Additional features of the PacBio RS include:
- Intuitive run setup tools
- Workflow optimization tools
- Error-proof instrument loading
- Robotic workflow management
- Absolute run size flexibility
- Intelligent run progress monitoring
