WATCHMAKER STELLAR RT-qPCR & qPCR KITS

Crude samples in. Clean data out.

Direct 5mC sequencing for multimodal insights

Crude samples in. Clean data out.

Engineered for exceptional inhibitor tolerance, StellarTaq™ DNA Polymerase and StellarScript® HT+ Reverse Transcriptase form the foundation of the Stellar RT-qPCR and qPCR Kits. The result is fast, sensitive, and reliable amplification, even with challenging, minimally processed samples.

Key Features and Benefits

Extreme inhibitor tolerance enables amplification from a range of unpurified samples or crude extracts
Optimized buffer options deliver dependable performance across a range of applications
Ultra-fast amplification for results in minutes
Compatible with both RNA (RT-qPCR) and DNA (qPCR) targets
Flexible formats with individual components support assay development and optimization
Custom configurations available, including high-concentration and glycerol-free enzymes to support lyophilization

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Development of a highly inhibitor-tolerant engineered Taq DNA polymerase and qPCR system for POC MDx applications

Applications

Pathogen detection, including bacterial and viral infectious diseases
Point of care assay development, e.g. for STI or respiratory infection diagnosis
Rapid testing
PCR applications where biological inhibitors are present and specificity is important
Probe-based qPCR and RT-qPCR

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Built for Assay Developers

Stellar RT-qPCR and qPCR Kits give assay developers the flexibility to optimize performance and scale with confidence. Start with a complete kit, fine-tune conditions, and transition to the exact buffer, enzyme concentrations, and format your assay requires. Watchmaker combines enzyme engineering expertise with flexible, ISO 13485-certified OEM capabilities to help move from initial optimization to commercialization quickly and confidently.

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For assay developers — make realizing your next product easier

Navigate the complexities of productization with an experienced team who's as committed to your success as you are
All aspects of our customization process are designed to serve you with speed, agility, and above all else, a commitment to quality
Tailored fill volumes, labeling (including white and private label), and packaging designed to your specifications
All products are manufactured within an ISO 13485:2016-certified QMS (download our certificate)