Back to RNA basics
Resources to refresh your RNA knowledge
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RNA universeDiscover different types of RNA with our informational poster, which you can print and use as a reference whenever you need. -
RNA historyCheck out our blog post with a short history of RNA and discover the path to this incredibly important molecule. -
RNA by numbersFind out which RNA types are the most and the least abundant in the cell by viewing this infographic. -
The DO’s and DON’Ts of working with RNACheck your knowledge of successful RNA handling, storage and stabilization with our infographic.
RNA extraction
Sample disruption and effective RNA isolation and stabilization are crucial to getting the best RNA yields. Find out how to prepare samples with advanced techniques, get a detailed look at of the challenges and considerations involved in RNA isolation and optimize efficiency by troubleshooting.
Extraction tips
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Webinar – Tips and tricks to improve your RNA isolationThis webinar guides you through the best way to use sample preparation technologies. -
Isolation challenges and considerationsGet an overview of the challenges and considerations of RNA isolation at a glance. -
Take the next step toward efficiency with QIAcube HTAre you looking for a high-throughput solution? Learn about our QIAcube HT platform.
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RNeasy Plus Mini Kit
For purification of up to 100 µg total RNA from cells or tissues
Achieve yield improvements of 5-to 10-fold compared to standard methods. Reduce lysis time from hours to just 15 minutes.
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miRNeasy TissueCells Advanced Mini Kit
For phenol-free purification of microRNA and total RNA from tissues and cells
For purification of up to 12 μg genomic, mitochondrial or viral DNA from blood and related body fluids.
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RNAprotect Tissue Reagent
For immediate stabilization of RNA in tissues
Immediately stabilize RNA in tissue samples to preserve the gene expression profile.
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QIAcube Connect
For fully automated nucleic acid extraction with QIAGEN’s spin-column kits
Automate over 80 QIAGEN kits with over 140 standard protocols for the most frequently used applications.
Quality control
Following RNA isolation, quality control (QC) is an important step to ensure that your RNA is high quality and can be used for reliable, reproducible and correct results. QC also contributes to ensuring accuracy and saving time and costs. Here you can explore some key resources for QC.
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Ensuring RNA qualityWatch our QC webinar to find out how you can measure the quality and quantity of your sample. -
Overview of quality assessmentTake a look at our infographic to see how to assess your sample.
PCR, dPCR and NGS
Obtaining high-quality RNA is just the first step for downstream applications, such as RT-PCR, digital PCR and RNA-seq. Discover QIAGEN’s innovative portfolio of PCR, dPCR and NGS solutions and learn about the workflows for RNA analysis and interpretation.
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PCR workflowsLooking for (q)PCR solutions for analyzing gene expression (e.g. mRNA) and regulation (e.g. small and miRNA)? Here’s all you need from versatile kits to top-notch block cyclers. -
dPCR workflowsWhen the lower limit of detection excludes standard real-time quantitative PCR as a viable solution, digital PCR makes it surprisingly easy to detect the single positive. Find all the knowledge you need about dPCR. -
NGS workflowsThe power and advantages of next-generation sequencing (NGS) are available to RNA researchers as RNA-seq. Going beyond mRNA expression, new techniques improve results. -
Not sure which RNA isolation products to pick?This smart online tool can help you design experiments and find the right products for every step of your protocol.
(mi)RNA workflows
RNA workflow at a glance
Different types of RNAs form such a fascinating and yet sophisticated world. Which are the tools to achieve each step of the study?
