qPCR Machine

A Quantitative PCR (qPCR) instrument is a type of laboratory equipment that combines a thermal cycler with a fluorimeter for the amplification and detection of DNA or RNA. qPCR instruments monitor the amplification of nucleic acid throughout the PCR, thus allowing for real time data vs receiving it at the end of the reaction. Speed, accuracy, and consistency of thermal control are vital performance characteristics of quantitative PCR instruments.