QIAamplifier 96 User Manual 03/2020
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4.7
GLP compliance
The software can manage up to 30 user accounts. With each system start, the QIAamplifier 96
performs an initial self-test and additionally, the software offers an extended self-test that can be
initiated by the user. The results of the extended self-test are summarized in a protocol and stored
by the device. In addition to the self-test functions, the device creates and stores log files for each
single run. For long-term storage, the log files and extended self-test protocols can be exported as
a proprietary file format.
4.8
Open system philosophy
The QIAamplifier 96 is an open system regarding consumables and reagents. Depending on the
sample block, the system can be used with single tubes, strips, or plates. PCR plates can be standard
profile or low profile and they can be skirted, half-skirted, or non-skirted. The QIAamplifier 96 can
handle all kinds of plates and the plasticware can be sealed with domed lids, flat lids, sealing foil,
or other technologies. Regardless of the sealing method used, thanks to the HPSL technology, (see
chapter 4.2) the same pressure is always applied to the consumables for absolutely reproducible
conditions.
The QIAamplifier 96 thermal cycler is not limited to reagents from a specific vendor and can be
used with any kind of polymerase. Regardless of whether isothermal, hot start, or non-hot start
polymerases are used, the QIAamplifier 96 will produce reliable results. By programming a pause
step for the initial denaturation for example, the system can be used for manual hot start
applications. After inserting the samples into the heating block, the PCR protocol can be started just
by pressing
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