Before you start multiplexing with MILLIPLEX® kits, check out these tips for how to select the best MILLIPLEX® assay for your research. Also, learn what materials are required to complete your multiplex workflow but not provided with the kits.
Finding the best MILLIPLEX® assay for your research depends on various factors, such as what platform you are using, which analytes you need, the species you are studying, and more. Below are some tips to help you find the right assay.
Our multiplex and singleplex assays for the same analyte often (not always) use the same antibody pairs and conditions.
To locate protocols and technical documents for a specific MILLIPLEX® panel:
There are four easy methods to find your analytes of interest:
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To find publications citing a specific panel or analyte, contact Technical Support or your Sales Specialist. Many of our panels have publications listed on their product detail pages. These are listed under “Peer Reviewed Papers” near the bottom of the product page.
To determine species cross-reactivity for a MILLIPLEX® panel or analyte:
To design a "Customizable" MILLIPLEX® kit:
To design and order a customizable MILLIPLEX® kit online:
From the product detail page:
From the MILLIPLEX® home page:
Before you begin your multiplexing workflow, make sure you have all the materials required to run a MILLIPLEX® assay.
Figure 1.Example of a multichannel pipette for quick pipetting.
For questions or issues with Luminex® instruments, contact Luminex® Technical Support:
Phone: 512-381-4397 Toll-free: 1-877-785-2323
Email: support@luminexcorp.com
Bead washer (either automated or manual):
Figure 2.BioTek® MultiFlo™ FX Automated Reagent Dispenser.
For questions or issues with BioTek® washers, contact BioTek® Technical Support:
Please visit the Technical Support page to find your regional Technical Support Team, or contact your Sales Specialist.
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