Laboratory Test Tube

The reflective properties of white PCR consumables are significantly enhanced, particularly when small volumes are used, which is advantageous for fluorescence-based applications, such as real-time PCR (qPCR). Transparent consumables are still frequently employed to conduct qPCRs, despite this. Please find below the simple steps to enhance your qPCRs.



What is the impact of the use of white PCR tubes on reproducibility?



As a result of the maximum fluorescent reflection of white tubes, the quantity of fluorescent light that reaches the detector is more consistent than if transparent products were used, and no fluorescent light is lost through the walls of the wells. Consequently, scattering is reduced when duplicates or triplicates are detected and experiments are repeated.



What methods can be employed to enhance the signal-to-background ratio?input:
output:An enhanced signal-to-background ratio is achieved during detection in white PCR tubes as a result of the fluorescence level of white PCR consumables being significantly higher and the consistent background effects caused by the fluorophore used.input:
output:Is it possible to prevent "crosstalk" between individual wells?input:
output:
The fluorescence of adjacent wells may be detected as a result of the fluorescent light scattering when transparent wells are employed. The fluorescence detectors of the thermocyclers are unable to detect any fluorescence signals from the adjacent wells due to the solid, non-transparent color of white PCR consumables.