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    • Microarray scanners

    Cutting-edge Illumina array scanners deliver rapid, sensitive, and accurate imaging of microarrays for exeptional genetic analysis results

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    Great
    N/A - Does not apply
     
    Key applications and methodsa iScan System NextSeq 550 Systemb
    Genotyping arrays N/A
    Methylation array analysis
    Cytogenetics
    Exome sequencing N/A
    Targeted gene sequencing
    (ie, amplicon-based gene panels)    		 N/A
    Gene expression profiling with mRNA-Seq N/A
    miRNA and small RNA analysis N/A
    DNA-protein interaction analysis N/A
    Methylation sequencing N/A
    Metagenomics N/A
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    Instrument type Microarray scanner Microarray scanner and sequencing system
    Description High-precision, high-throughput array scanning for our expansive portfolio of genetic analysis assays Flexible next-generation sequencing (NGS) and cytogenetic microarray scanning all on one instrument 
    Array scan time 0.3–26 min per sample 3.3–5 min per sample 
    Compatible products iScan System products NextSeq 550 System products
    Automation capability Automatable with liquid-handling robots and array loaders N/A
     

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    a. The following application key is used to rate how well the microarray system performs each application or method: Excellent (3 dots), Great (2 dots), Does not apply (N/A).

    b. The NextSeq 550Dx Instrument is not validated for microarray scanning; it is only validated for sequencing.

    Benefits of Illumina microarray scanners

    Powered by bead-based BeadArray technology, Illumina DNA microarray scanners can scan thousands of array samples per day and have been adopted by leading research centers and featured in countless publications. They support our expansive portfolio of genetic analysis assays, from high-throughput genotyping to DNA methylation analysis. We offer a broad range of microarray options based on SNP complexity and sample throughput.

    Scan the complete Infinium array product family, getting data you can trust with the flexibility to adjust to your throughput needs.

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    How to choose a microarray scanner

    Find the right microarray scanner for your lab by considering these important factors. 

    Resolution

    Low- to submicron-pixel resolution provides accurate detection of low-abundance genes and copy number variation.  

    Sensitivity

    High-performance lasers, optics, and sensing system provide high sensitivity for the detection of genes with low relative copy numbers. 

    Dynamic range

    A wide dynamic range enables the detection of significantly more genes above background levels.

    Discover the benefits of cytogenetic microarrays

    Cytogenetic microarrays offer a simple, reliable method for assessing chromosomal aberrations at a high resolution. 

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    Walkaway array loading and scanning

    Maximize throughput to thousands of samples per day. The AutoLoader 2.x provides continuous, unattended operation and the ability to load one or two iScan Systems at a time.

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