FLUIDIGM^® EP1 System Advantages

The Fluidigm EP1 system for genetic analysis enables high-throughput SNP genotyping and end point digital PCR research through integrated fluidic circuits (IFCs) known as dynamic arrays and digital arrays. These innovative products allow scientists to practice tried-and-true techniques, such as TaqMan® assays, while realizing a previously unachievable throughput.

The advantages of the EP1 system include*:

• Outstanding Data Quality
• 99%+ Call rates
• 99.75% Accuracy in SNP genotyping experiments
• Fast and Easy Workflow
• 200K+ Genotypes in one day
• ~100x Fewer pipette steps  
• Cost Effective System
• ~100x Lower reagent volume requirements
• ~100x Fewer pipette tips

See how the competition stacks up against the 96.96 dynamic array:

	384-well	96.96 Dynamic Array
Master Mix	23,000µL	240µl
Primer-probe	2,300µL	240µl
Plates	24	1
Pipette steps	18,432	192

* Comparison based on 96 samples tested against 96 assays for a total of 9,216 data points using a single 384-well system running 5ul total reactions and a single EP1 system using the 96.96 Dynamic Array.

 

Discover how the EP1 system can help you.

• Applications
  The EP1 system sets the new standard in high throughput, mid-multiplex genotyping. The system can also be used for end point digital PCR applications like high resolution Copy Number Variation (CNV) analysis.
• Chips
  Dynamic Arrays deliver a new level of efficiency for TaqMan® PCR assays and Digital Arrays enable high resolution CNV studies.
• Instruments
  EP1  instrumentation consists of the EP1 reader, Stand-Alone Thermal Cycler, and IFC Controller.
• Software
  The EP1 software suite sets a new benchmark for usability, functionality, and flexibility among genotyping and digital PCR applications.

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