PacBio launches HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 kit and enhanced microbial whole-genome sequencing

The powerful SARS-CoV-2 sequencing kit and upgraded microbial whole-genome assembly workflow enable public health laboratories to expand pathogen surveillance programs

PacBio announced the launch of the HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 kit

The HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 kit is the first complete solution for COVID-19 mutation genome monitoring proposed by PacBio

"Accurate and timely detection of new variants of concern is critical to protecting public health

The HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 workflow is a cost-effective and accurate virus sequencing method.

"In the HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 workflow, we were able to capture all types of mutations and saw significant performance improvements over our PCR amplification method

At the same time as the HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 kit, PacBio released an enhanced end-to-end HiFi microbial whole genome assembly application and supporting SMRT Link software on the Sequel IIe system

"We are committed to supporting laboratories on the frontline of the epidemic to provide simpler, scalable and more cost-effective solutions for pathogen monitoring

The HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 kit is currently being shipped

For more information, please visit the PacBio website: HiFiViral SARS-CoV-2 Kit and HiFi Microbial WGS application

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