Real-Time PCR: An Essential Guide (Horizonbioscience) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 095452327X ISBN 13: 9780954523275

Publisher: Taylor & Francis, 2004

Synopsis

This essential manual presents a comprehensive guide to the most appropriate and up-to-date technologies and applications as well as providing an overview of the theory of this important technique. Written by recognized experts in the field this timely and authoritative volume is an essential requirement for all laboratories using PCR. Topics covered include: Real-time PCR instruments and probe chemistries, set-up, controls and validation, quantitative real-time PCR, analysis of mRNA expression, mutation detection, NASBA, application in clinical microbiology and diagnosis of infection.

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Review

The book is well laid out and is easy to read due to its clear presentation style. -- Austrialian Journal of Medical Science, February 2005; vol 26; no. 1

This book represents excellent value for libraries and individuals or groups that already perform or are considering real-time PCR. -- Microbiology Today (Volume 31, November 2004)

Synopsis

Real-time PCR is a powerful and rapid technique for nucleic acid amplification. The accumulation of specific products in a reaction is monitored continuously during cycling. This is usually achieved by monitoring changes in fluorescence within the CPR tube.

Edition details

• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 095452327X
• ISBN 13: 9780954523275
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 300
• Editor: Edwards Kirsten, Logan Julie, Saunders Nick