Next-Generation Sequencing

Reap the benefit of one RNA sequencing kit for twice the functionality: 3’ RNA-seq and complete transcriptome RNA-seq

Versatile kit for 3’ RNA-seq and complete transcriptome RNA-seq

Gene expression analysis can be challenging due to complex RNA-seq workflows that only offer low-throughput capabilities and demand high sample input amounts. RNA-seq resources and time are often wasted due to rRNA contamination, limiting the ability to capture on-target reads. Navigate these challenges with the help of the QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kit – a versatile library prep solution for both 3’ RNA-seq and complete transcriptome RNA-seq with low-input and poor-quality RNA samples. Effortlessly increase throughput while reducing waste by >90% with ultraplex pooling of cDNA.

Ultralow input. Ultraplexing. On-target reads.

You no longer need two separate kits to carry out 3’ RNA-seq and complete transcriptome RNA-seq. QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kits include protocols for library prep for both, starting with total RNA or enriched mRNA. Get the most out of limited RNA amounts and easily increase throughput to maximize efficiency and productivity on Illumina MiSeq, NextSeq and NovaSeq NGS instruments.

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No robot? No problem.

Increase efficiency and productivity with ultraplexing, which gives each sample a unique sample barcode and the availability of a lot of sample indices. These features allow you to have a faster workflow and process higher numbers of samples on Illumina NGS instruments. No need for automation to accelerate your workflow and ramp up throughput.

Did you know that ultraplexing lets you reduce disposable plastics by >90%?

One kit, twice the functionality

Expand your pool of applications, customize your workflow and experience ultimate flexibility with this kit. Whether you’re just interested in 3’ RNA-seq or complete transcriptome RNA-seq, achieve high-quality data for applications such as:

Gene expression analysis
Transcript identification
Fusion gene discovery

QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kits vs. QIAseq UPX 3’ Transcriptome Kits

Wondering how the QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kits differ from QIAseq UPX 3’ Transcriptome Kits? Take a look at the key differences.

Kit name	QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kits	QIAseq UPX 3’ Transcriptome Kits
Type of libraries	Both 3’ RNA-seq and complete transcriptome RNA-seq possible using a single kit	Only intended for 3’ RNA-seq
Input amounts	Works with 500 pg to 100 ng of total RNA or enriched mRNA	Works with single cells, cell lysate or less than 10 ng total RNA
Total workflow time	Efficient, 6-hour library prep workflow	Longer workflow
Ribosomal RNA removal	Integrated QIAseq FastSelect technology eliminates mitochondrial and cytoplasmic ribosomal RNA	Does not include ribosomal RNA removal
Number of samples that can be ultraplexed	Ultraplex pooling of cDNA means pooling of 768—18,432 samples per flow-cell lane and a reduction of waste by >90%	UPX tagging allows 4608—18,432 samples per single sequencing lane

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Title: How to resolve challenges with low-input RNA-seq library prep – maximizing whole transcriptome sequencing and analysis using a flexible and customizable strategy
Speaker: Samuel Rulli, Ph.D., Director, Global Product Management, RNA-seq profiling, NGS assay technologies, QIAGEN

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Uncovering the connection between arsenic and type II diabetes

"QIAGEN's UPX 3’ Transcriptome service allowed us to generate a large-scale RNA-seq data set that facilitated our discovery of key gene expression changes that drive our disease model."

Have a look at the exciting new research by Dr. Matthew Dodson and Dr. Donna Zhang from the University of Arizona, who investigated the role of Nrf2 regulation in diabetic disease.

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[Webinar] Uncovering the connection between arsenic and type II diabetes

Matthew Dodson, Ph.D., Post-Doctoral Researcher, University of Arizona