Advantages of the STAR Technology
Today, in molecular testing, real time Polymerase Chain Reaction (rt-PCR) is the industry standard because of its superior quantitative performance, its established workflow and its ubiquitous availability. The drawback of rt-PCR, however, is the lack of multiplexing capability. PrimeraDx’ STAR technology solves this problem by adding multiplexing capability of up to 60 targets to rt-PCR. This uniquely positions STAR technology for single tube measurement of Gene Expression panels, micro-RNA panels, DNA Methylation panels, SNP panels or pathogen load panels of up to 60 targets.
STAR Technology Advantages:
- Single tube quantitative measurement of up to 60 nucleic acid targets
- Applicable to SNP’s, Gene Expression, DNA Methylation, micro RNA and pathogen load detection
- Allows for embedded standards and controls in the target sample
- Cost reduction >10 fold compared to traditional rt-PCR for target panels
- Simple walk away workflow
- Flexibility in assay development
STAR technology is deployed on a fully automated instrument platform capable of quantitative, specific and sensitive analysis of upwards of 60 nucleic acid targets in a single sample. PrimeraDx will leverage this technology to address key market opportunities in infectious disease and oncology with differentiated products.