Core Insights - QIAGEN has launched two new tools aimed at enhancing microbial analysis capabilities for researchers, specifically targeting bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens [1][4] - The new tools include a design tool for custom digital PCR (dPCR) assays and QIAseq xHXB panels, which allow for greater customization and flexibility in microbial detection [4][6] Product Offerings - The design tool for Custom dPCR Microbial Assays enables users to create specific primers and probes tailored to their microbial targets, enhancing the accuracy of detection [4][5] - QIAseq xHYB Custom Microbial Panels allow customers to design their own next-generation sequencing (NGS) panels, addressing limitations of existing vendor panels by providing broader genome coverage [6] Technological Advancements - The nanoplate dPCR technology is now applicable to a wider range of microbial targets, facilitating accurate measurement in low-biomass samples with high PCR inhibitor levels [3] - The design tool utilizes a sophisticated algorithm specifically developed for microbial applications, ensuring optimal sensitivity and specificity in assay design [5] Market Position and Expansion - QIAGEN continues to expand its portfolio of dPCR assays, having added over 100 new validated assays for various applications, including cancer research and infectious disease surveillance [7] - The customizable assays and panels are available on QIAGEN's GeneGlobe web portal, which integrates a comprehensive database of over 10,000 biological entities [8]
QIAGEN launches novel tools for customizing digital PCR assays and NGS panels for microbial analysis