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QIAcuity NanoplatesはデジタルPCR用のマイクロ流体プレートです。1ウェルあたりの分画数は8,500または26,000で最大8サンプル、24サンプルまたは96サンプルを処理できます。4種類のナノプレートはすべて、QIAcuity Digital PCR Systemでの使用を想定して設計されています。
これらのナノプレートは、QIAcuity Digital PCR Systemでのみ使用できます。QIAgilityを使用してQIAcuity Nanoplatesにおける液体の取り扱いとPCRセットアップを自動化するには、専用のQIAcuity Nanoplate Adapterをご使用ください。アダプターを取り付け後、QIAcuity Digital PCR SystemにプレートをロードしてdPCRを実施します。
製品について詳しくお知りになりたい場合は、弊社のdPCRスペシャリストより連絡を差し上げますので、こちらからサインインしてください。
QIAcuity装置によるデジタルPCR用に特別に設計されたプレートです。アプリケーションの用途に応じた仕様を満たし、SBS規格に準拠した4種類のナノプレートを提供しています。
タイプ | フレームカラー | 仕様 | アプリケーション |
Nanoplate 26K 8-well | ライトブルー |
8ウェル、約26,000分画 1ウェルあたり容量 40 µl |
希少突然変異検出、 リキッドバイオプシー、遺伝子 発現解析、 病原体検出等 |
Nanoplate 26K 24-well | ブルー |
24ウェル、約26,000分画 1ウェルあたり容量 40 µl |
希少突然変異検出、 リキッドバイオプシー、遺伝子 発現解析、 病原体検出 等 |
Nanoplate 8.5K 24-well | ホワイト |
24ウェル、約8,500分画 1ウェルあたり容量 12 µl |
コピー数多型解析、 遺伝子発現解析、 NGSライブラリー定量、 ゲノム編集 検出等 |
Nanoplate 8.5K 96-well | グレー |
96ウェル、約8,500分画 1ウェルあたり容量 12 µl |
分注およびロード、実験、結果解析というわずか3つのステップで、2時間以内にdPCRの結果が得られます。ナノプレートでのdPCRの原理はこちらで説明しています。
qPCR実験と同様に、サンプル調製では、マスターミックス、プローブ、プライマーを8、24または96ウェルナノプレートに加え、その後サンプルを加えます。このシステムは、パーティショニング、サーマルサイクル、イメージングを1つに統合した完全自動化装置です。サンプルから結果まで2時間未満で完了します。Software Suiteは、ターゲット配列のマイクロリットルあたりのコピー数で濃度を提供するだけでなく、陽性サンプルやNTCなどの品質コントロールも解析できます。この解析は、同じローカルエリアネットワーク(Local Area Network、LAN)内の離れた場所にあるコンピューターでも行うことができます。
QIAcuity Nanoplatesは、QIAcuityデジタルPCRシステムおよびQIAcuity PCRキットと組み合わせて、次のデジタルPCRアプリケーションに利用できます。
Version 2.1.8
Version 3.0
Version 2.1
Version 2.5.0.0
Version 2.5.0.1
Version 2.1.8
Version 2.1
The following QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) patches have been released to enable compatibility with VPF file version 6.0 or higher for QIAcuity Software Suite versions 2.0.20. As the abovementioned QIAcuity Software Suite versions do not allow loading a VPF zip file including more than 20 different individual VPF files, a patch is needed to allow the software for loading VPF zip files version 6.0 or higher. This technical limitation is solved from QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.23 onwards.
If you are using the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.0.20, please consider updating your Software Suite and the Instrument Control Software (CSW) to the most recent version. After updating to the latest software version, no patching is needed.
If you are not able to update your QIAcuity Software Suite, please install the QIAcuity Software Suite VPF patch for QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.0.20 before loading VPF file version 6 or higher. Additional information and instructions may be found on the Release Note: QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches.
Version 3.0
The QIAcuity Software Suite enables the user to set up plates, analyze results, and monitor the status of runs in real time. This software is also used for the configuration of the system and provides access to the QIAcuity user management. The QIAcuity Software Suite is designed to be installed on a Windows PC that is connected to one or more QIAcuity instruments. For this configuration, the QIAcuity instrument needs to be connected to a network through Ethernet. Alternatively, a direct cable connection between the QIAcuity and the notebook where the QIAcuity Software Suite is running needs to be established. When connected to a network, up to 10 users may access the QIAcuity Software Suite via a browser installed on the client PC (Windows or Mac).
The new version 3.0 supports dPCR assays up to a 8-plex by using six optical channels for six standard dyes and the additional use of two channel combinations for LSS (Long Stoke Shift) dyes, which can be selected from five different dye channel combinations. It also offers a new feature to create a custom cross talk matrix to address cross talk between neighboring channels for all multiplex assays.
In this new version, an overview presenting individual 2D scatterplots of all selected wells is introduced. In addition, a sample-based 2D scatterplot analysis of individual replicates is provided. The new software also provides a reaction mix template functionality for the creation of a master mix including a custom cross talk matrix.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Software Suite version 3.0 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section Software Release Notes.
Note: The latest Software Suite version 3.0 is only compatible with the latest Control Software (CSW) version 3.0. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 3.0 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: C01F7BEA7D20DA3E22D95916A7046D06F03C523A
Version 9.0
The Volume Precision Factor (VPF) offers a unique feature to secure precision of concentration results obtained from a QIAcuity dPCR run.
In general, Nanoplates provide partitions of fixed sizes that enable a very precise way of sample concentration calculation. Potential variation of partition sizes in Nanoplate batches, caused by different microstructure molding forms, can be addressed by applying the batch specific VPF. Furthermore, the VPF includes well-specific volume information and therefore further increases precision of concentration calculation in each well of the Nanoplates.
Important note:
The Volume Precision Factor file version 9.0 is compatible with QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.23 or higher. All lower versions, namely 1.2.18, 2.0.20, 2.1.7.182, and 2.1.8.20, require a QIAcuity Software Suite patch to be installed prior the upload of VPF version 9.0. Please read the Release Note for QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches for more information.
If you are using QIAcuity Software Suite versions older than 2.1.8.23, please consider updating your Software Suite and the Instrument Control Software (CSW) to the most recent version prior the upload of VPF version 9.0. After updating to the latest QIAcuity Software Suite software version, no patching is needed. If you are not able to update your QIAcuity Software Suite, please run the patch for your Software Suite version following the instructions provided in the Release Note for QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches.
After downloading and updating the VPF file within the QIAcuity Software Suite, the VPF is applied automatically to the analysis of a corresponding Nanoplate batch. The VPF file includes information from all available microstructure molding forms and connected Nanoplate batches. It will be stored on the PC where the QIAcuity Software Suite is installed.
Version 2.1.8
The QIAcuity Control Software (CSW) is an integral part of the QIAcuity instrument. It offers a GUI (graphical user interface) for basic functionalities such as plate setup, changing the order of plates to be processed, and monitoring the status of runs in real time. After a run is completed, the data are stored on the instrument’s memory and are sent to the connected QIAcuity Software Suite for analysis.
The new version 2.1.8 of the QIAcuity software (QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8 and QIAcuity CSW version 2.1.8) offers bug fixes for repeated network connection issues and improved error handling. In addition, it fixes issues seen with latest versions of Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome browsers as well as issues seen with read-only plates after a software update.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Control Software version 2.1.8 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section “Software Release Notes”.
Note: The latest CSW version 2.1.8 is only compatible with the latest Software Suite version 2.1.8. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.1 and in the Release Note. It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: D3982B419D7C4CF39FBDDDAA4C0D351B39398278
Version 2.2
The QIAcuity Control Software is an integral part of the QIAcuity instrument. It offers a GUI (graphical user interface) for basic functionalities such as plate setup, changing the order of plates to be processed, and monitoring the status of runs in real time. After a run is completed, the data are stored on the instrument’s memory and are sent to the connected QIAcuity Software Suite for analysis.
The new Version 2.2 of the QIAcuity software (QIAcuity Software Suite v 2.2 and QIAcuity CSW v 2.2.) offers improvements for users working under GMP by adding a user ID validation during the report signing and the addition of timezone offset stamp for audit trail entries and for result report data. Furthermore, the addition of a standard deviation and coefficient of variance calculation in percentage of mean concentration calculation for replicates where implemented. In addition, the instrument camera stability was improved and an internal validation method was implemented.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Control Software version 2.2 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section “Software Release Notes”.
Note: The latest CSW version 2.2 is only compatible with the Software Suite version 2.2. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.2 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software.
Note: After clicking reboot during CSW upgrade or change of Suite connection, login screen may appear for short period. Please ignore it and wait for the QIAcuity instrument to shut down and restart itself.
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: 3892D7A434A8F072A15008C76EB088BB78F1C255
The following QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) patches have been released to enable compatibility with VPF file version 6.0 or higher for QIAcuity Software Suite version 1.2.18. As the abovementioned QIAcuity Software Suite versions do not allow loading a VPF zip file including more than 20 different individual VPF files, a patch is needed to allow the software for loading VPF zip files version 6.0 or higher. This technical limitation is solved from QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.23 onwards.
If you are using the QIAcuity Software Suite version 1.2.18, please consider updating your Software Suite and the Instrument Control Software (CSW) to the most recent version. After updating to the latest software version, no patching is needed.
If you are not able to update your QIAcuity Software Suite, please install the QIAcuity Software Suite VPF patch for QIAcuity Software Suite version 1.2.18 before loading VPF file version 6 or higher. Additional information and instructions may be found on the Release Note: QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches.
Version 2.5
The QIAcuity Control Software is an integral part of the QIAcuity instrument. It offers a GUI (graphical user interface) for basic functionalities such as plate setup, changing the order of plates to be processed, and monitoring the status of runs in real time. After a run is completed, the data are stored on the instrument’s memory and are sent to the connected QIAcuity Software Suite for analysis.
The new version 2.5 of the QIAcuity CSW offers a configurable auto logoff times which enables users to turn off or define logoff times per instrument. In addition the new version supports assay development by providing an essential temperature gradient functionality.
Furthermore improvements were implemented, for example, for the accuracy of time estimation for various software steps.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Control Software version 2.5 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section Software Release Notes.
Note: The latest CSW version 2.5 is only compatible with the Software Suite version 2.5. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.5 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Note: After clicking reboot during CSW upgrade or change of Suite connection, the login screen may appear for short period. Please ignore it and wait for the QIAcuity instrument to shut down and restart itself.
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
Version 3.0
The QIAcuity Control Software is an integral part of the QIAcuity instrument. It offers a GUI (graphical user interface) for basic functionalities such as plate setup, changing the order of plates to be processed, and monitoring the status of runs in real time. After a run is completed, the data are stored on the instrument’s memory and are sent to the connected QIAcuity Software Suite for analysis.
The new version 3.0 of the QIAcuity CSW supports dPCR assays up to a 8-plex by using six optical channels for six standard dyes and the additional use of two channel combinations for LSS (Long Stoke Shift) dyes, which can be selected from five different dye channel combinations. In addition, the new version has optimized the run time for all instrument types (QIAcuity One, Four, and Eight) with introducing a new auto focus algorithm.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Control Software 3.0 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section Software Release Notes.
Note: The latest CSW version 3.0 is only compatible with the Software Suite version 3.0. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 3.0 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Note: After clicking reboot during CSW upgrade or change of Suite connection, the login screen may appear for short period. Please ignore it and wait for the QIAcuity instrument to shut down and restart itself.
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: E58C84A95E892EF2F3DAFF4C6927279645A17FBF
The QIAcuity backup and restore scripts are a standalone solution to backup all relevant user data of the QIAGEN Software Suite for disaster recovery and restore the data on a new or existing QIAGEN Software Suite installation. The following QIAcuity Software Suite versions are supported: 2.0, 2.1.7, 2.1.8, and 2.2. The backup can be conducted manually or automated by using of the Windows task scheduler.
Note: Windows Admin permission is needed to setup and perform an automated backup and for manual backup and restore.
Please read the QIAcuity Software Suite Backup and Restore Scripts document for more information and instructions how to use the scripts.
Version 2.2
The QIAcuity Software Suite enables the user to set up plates, analyze results, and monitor the status of runs in real time. This software is also used for the configuration of the system and provides access to the QIAcuity user management. The QIAcuity Software Suite is designed to be installed on a Windows PC that is connected to one or more QIAcuity instruments. For this configuration, the QIAcuity instrument needs to be connected to a network through Ethernet. Alternatively, a direct cable connection between the QIAcuity and the notebook where the QIAcuity Software Suite is running needs to be established. When connected to a network, up to 10 users may access the QIAcuity Software Suite via a browser installed on the client PC (Windows or Mac).
The new version 2.2 of the QIAcuity software (QIAcuity Software Suite v 2.2 and QIAcuity CSW v 2.2.) offers improvements for users working under GMP by adding a user ID validation during the report signing and the addition of timezone offset stamp for audit trail entries and for result report data. Furthermore, the addition of a standard deviation and coefficient of variance calculation in percentage of mean concentration calculation for replicates where implemented. In addition, the instrument camera stability was improved and an internal validation method was implemented.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.2 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section “Software Release Notes”.
Note: The latest Software Suite version 2.2 is only compatible with the latest Control Software (CSW) version 2.2. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.2 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software.
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: 63A1689F2EB557809F418D159DA438FDC8B327A3
Version 2.5.0.1
The QIAcuity Software Suite enables the user to set up plates, analyze results, and monitor the status of runs in real time. This software is also used for the configuration of the system and provides access to the QIAcuity user management. The QIAcuity Software Suite is designed to be installed on a Windows PC that is connected to one or more QIAcuity instruments. For this configuration, the QIAcuity instrument needs to be connected to a network through Ethernet. Alternatively, a direct cable connection between the QIAcuity and the notebook where the QIAcuity Software Suite is running needs to be established. When connected to a network, up to 10 users may access the QIAcuity Software Suite via a browser installed on the client PC (Windows or Mac).
The new version 2.5 of the QIAcuity Software Suite supports assay development by providing an essential temperature gradient functionality. It also offers a new feature that provides calculation of initial concentration of samples by using various dilution factors. In addition, concentration units may be converted into various pre-defined or user-defined units. The new software also offers an integrity value and concentration value per group for up to 5-plex added to the multiple occupancy CSV file export, for example, for the evaluation of AAV (adeno-associated virus) assays and for drop-off assays.
In this new version the initial loading time and the time for recalculation of 1D/2D scatterplot and for signal map image has been reduced, leading to a much faster performance.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.5 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section “Software Release Notes”.
Note: The latest Software Suite version 2.5 is only compatible with the latest Control Software (CSW) version 2.5. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.5 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: D1690226299A75E077FA37C420A970FC71D56CBF
The following QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) patches have been released to enable compatibility with VPF file version 6.0 or higher for QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.7.182. As the abovementioned QIAcuity Software Suite versions do not allow loading a VPF zip file including more than 20 different individual VPF files, a patch is needed to allow the software for loading VPF zip files version 6.0 or higher. This technical limitation is solved from QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.23 onwards.
If you are using the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.7.182, please consider updating your Software Suite and the Instrument Control Software (CSW) to the most recent version. After updating to the latest software version, no patching is needed.
If you are not able to update your QIAcuity Software Suite, please install the QIAcuity Software Suite VPF patch for QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.7.182 before loading VPF file version 6 or higher. Additional information and instructions may be found on the Release Note: QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches.
Version 1.2
A newer version of the Software Suite is available. Please use this version for the update of older plates if required.
The QIAcuity Software Suite 1.2 is designed to be installed on a Windows PC that is connected to one or more QIAcuity instruments. The QIAcuity Software Suite enables the user to set up plates, analyze results, and monitor the status of runs in real time. For this configuration, the QIAcuity instrument needs to be connected to a network through Ethernet. Alternatively, a direct cable connection between the QIAcuity and the notebook where the QIAcuity Software Suite is running needs to be established. When connected to a network, up to 10 users may access the QIAcuity Software Suite via a browser installed on the client PC (Windows or Mac).
The following browsers are supported in the QIAcuity Software Suite:
-Mozilla Firefox (version 64.0.2 or higher)
-Microsoft Edge (version 44.17763.1.0 or higher)
-Google Chrome (version 71.0.3578.98 or higher)
The new QIAcuity Software Suite 1.2 offers a functionality that enables users of the QIAcuity Software 1.1.3 to upgrade to the new version while keeping the library of previously stored plate runs.
Note: If you have exported plates from QIAcuity Software Suite 1.1.3 that you would like to import and use in QIAcuity Software Suite 1.2, you will need to import the plates before upgrading from version 1.1.3 to version 1.2. You may then export the plates again. Future software version starting from QIAcuity Software Suite 2.0 will facilitate import of plates from previous QIAcuity Software Suite versions.
The new improvements are as follows:
-Support for the Nanoplate 8.5k 24-well
-Hyperwell functionality to combine several wells to one combined well for analysis
-Automated plate archiving functionality
-Functionality to show the number of single/double positives in 2D scatterplots
-VPF (Volume Precision Factor) to further improve concentration calculation (see related resources)
-Additional improvements for stabilization and troubleshooting
Version 2.1.8
The QIAcuity Software Suite enables the user to set up plates, analyze results, and monitor the status of runs in real time. This software is also used for the configuration of the system and provides access to the QIAcuity user management. The QIAcuity Software Suite is designed to be installed on a Windows PC that is connected to one or more QIAcuity instruments. For this configuration, the QIAcuity instrument needs to be connected to a network through Ethernet. Alternatively, a direct cable connection between the QIAcuity and the notebook where the QIAcuity Software Suite is running needs to be established. When connected to a network, up to 10 users may access the QIAcuity Software Suite via a browser installed on the client PC (Windows or Mac).
The new version 2.1.8 of the QIAcuity software (QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8 and QIAcuity CSW version 2.1.8.) offers bug fixes for repeated network connection issues and improved error handling. In addition, it fixes issues seen with latest versions of Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome browsers as well as issues seen with read-only plates after a software update.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section “Software Release Notes”.
Important: Please ensure that updating to QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8 is performed by the same Windows admin user using the same Windows login name that installed the previous QIAcuity Software Suite version. In case you cannot use the same Windows login name or the software update resulted in the browser error message "Can't reach this page" please contact our Technical Services for additional instructions.
Note: The latest Software Suite version 2.1.8 is only compatible with the latest Control Software (CSW) version 2.1.8. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 2.1 and in the Release Note. It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
SHA1 checksum: DE2416D926BB98D82A332E7B25EF66728F120DDA
The following QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) patches have been released to enable compatibility with VPF file version 6.0 or higher for QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.20. As the abovementioned QIAcuity Software Suite versions do not allow loading a VPF zip file including more than 20 different individual VPF files, a patch is needed to allow the software for loading VPF zip files version 6.0 or higher. This technical limitation is solved from QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.23 onwards.
If you are using the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.20, please consider updating your Software Suite and the Instrument Control Software (CSW) to the most recent version. After updating to the latest software version, no patching is needed.
If you are not able to update your QIAcuity Software Suite, please install the QIAcuity Software Suite VPF patch for QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.1.8.20 before loading VPF file version 6 or higher. Additional information and instructions may be found on the Release Note: QIAcuity Software Suite Volume Precision Factor (VPF) Patches.
The QIAcuity backup and restore scripts are a standalone solution to backup all relevant user data of the QIAGEN Software Suite for disaster recovery and to restore the data on a new or existing QIAGEN Software Suite installation. The backup supports the QIAcuity Software Suite version 2.5 and can be conducted manually or automatically by using of the Windows Task Scheduler.
Note: Windows Admin permission is needed to setup and perform an automated backup and for manual backup and restore.
For backup and restore of Software versions lower than 2.5, please refer to the QIAcuity Software Suite Backup and Restore Scripts for version 2.0, 2.1.7, 2.1.8, and 2.2.
Note: Windows Admin permission is needed to setup and perform an automated backup and for manual backup and restore.
Please read the QIAcuity Software Suite Backup and Restore Scripts document for more information and instructions how to use the scripts.
The plate is designed for a single use run. For example, even if only 30 samples are loaded into the 96-well plate, a whole plate will be sealed by the roller. It can't be unsealed and used for another run. The QIAcuity Software won’t allow to set up a separate experiment for the same nanoplate to avoid that previously processed plates being not partitioned a second time.
A standard PCR plate is required to set up dPCR reaction before transferring it to the nanoplate to ensure a proper mixing of the reaction mix before partitioning.
This is not needed. The QIAcuity is equipped with a flexible power supply technology and operates within a range of 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1500 VA (max).
If you had run a nanoplate for which the installed VPF misses the specific factor, the software will notify you. If you then analyze without the specific VPF, the impact depends on the variation of the partition volume of the new Nanoplate batch compared to the latest. Typically this variation is ±6–7% (approx. 5% CV over the entire plate). The analysis may be repeated after updating the VPF file. After installing the latest VPF and re-analysis of the run, a copy of the plate is generated in the QIAcuity Software Suite including the new results.
QIAGEN master mixes are optimized for nanoplate microfluidics and are recommended to be used with our dPCR system. They also include an optimized reference dye required for proper analysis.
An essential temperature gradient functionality was introduced with software version 2.5. When updating older software versions to 2.5, each QIAcuity instrument will offer the temperature gradient and may be used to find the best cycling temperature for new dPCR assays. When running a QIAcuity Four or a QIAcuity Eight, all plates may have their own temperature profile, including the option for a temperature gradient.
If you had analyzed your nanoplates without VFP, the impact depends on the variation of the partition volume of the new nanoplate batch compared to the latest. The VPF reduces the CV from approximately 5% to 2%. We recommend to reanalyze results in case the data originated from different wells (e.g., copy number variations or gene expression data sets for which the reference sample was measured in a different well). Results obtained across different plates should also be r-analyzed. A reanalysis is not required for assay data that were analyzed within the same well (e.g., mutation rate determination using two channels within the same well).
In dPCR we measure the absolute concentration of targets at endpoint reaction. Concentrations of unknowns can be determined based on dPCR results observed (number of negatives, number of positives, and partition volume analyzed).
In general, nanoplates provide partitions of fixed sizes that enable a very precise way of sample concentration calculation. If a new molding form is used for nanoplate manufacturing, potential variation of partition sizes can be addressed by applying the molding form-specific VPF. Thus, each time a new molding form is used, a new VPF is created and made available. Currently, the VPF is updated once every 3–6 months.
The VPF provides a set of well-specific and molding form-specific factors used to specify the exact reaction volume of a nanoplate, thus increasing the concentration calculation of each well.
Yes, the report includes a notification if the matching VPF was missing and, therefore, not applied to the analysis. If the matching VPF was applied there is no notification on the report.
The QIAcuity Probe PCR Kit should be stored immediately upon receipt at –30 to –15°C in a constant-temperature freezer and protected from light. The QIAcuity Probe PCR master mix can also be stored protected from light at 2–8°C. Components are stable for 12 months, unless otherwise indicated on the label.
The QIAcuity EG PCR Kit should be stored immediately upon receipt at –30 to –15°C in a constant-temperature freezer and protected from light. The QIAcuity EG PCR master mix can also be stored protected from light at 2–8°C. Components are stable for 6 months, unless otherwise indicated on the label.
The QIAcuity Nanoplates does not have expiry date and are stable for at least 1 year when stored at RT.
All DNA samples used in reaction mixes should show similar quality and quantity, which can easily be assessed using UV spectrophotometry. DNA samples with an average length of ≥20 kb (e.g., genomic DNA purified via spin column with silica membrane) should be fragmented by restriction digestion before partitioning. Enzymatic fragmentation of larger DNA ensures an even distribution of template throughout the QIAcuity Nanoplate, which in turn leads to an accurate and precise quantification.
The instrument software GUI shows error codes including a description and information how to resolve the error. The instrument touchscreen shows an alarm icon in the upper right corner that turns red in case of an instrument failure. Accessing the System Status in the Tool tab allows users to clear errors. Rebooting of the instrument is required to complete the removal of the error. Please do not skip this step. You may always contact QIAGEN Technical Services in case of any question.
The user manual contains instructions on how to perform a regular cleaning and decontamination, and how to replace air filters on the QIAcuity instruments. A regular maintenance reduces the dust in the instrument and therefore minimizes the presence of dust particles on the nanoplate, which might interfere with the plate analysis.