Thermo Scientific™ Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer, with WiFi

Name: Thermo Scientific™ Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer, with WiFi
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SKU: Q33238

Brand: Thermo Fisher Scientific™

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The Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer with WiFi is a state-of-the-art device designed for accurate measurement of DNA, RNA, and protein concentration, along with RNA integrity and quality. It is widely used in molecular biology and genomic research, supported by highly sensitive Qubit assays and advanced features for data management and user convenience. Below is a detailed description:

Key Features:

Accurate Quantitation:
- Measures DNA, RNA, protein concentrations, and RNA integrity (RNA IQ Assay) with high sensitivity.
- Enhanced accuracy for low-concentration samples, avoiding interference from contaminants.
Rapid Results:
- DNA, RNA, and protein measurements in less than three seconds.
- RNA integrity analysis in less than five seconds per sample.
Advanced Display and Interface:
- 5.7-inch color touchscreen with intuitive navigation.
- Graphical range indicators and on-board reagent calculators for ease of use.
Data Management:
- WiFi-enabled for easy data transfer.
- Supports USB drive and cable transfers, with storage for up to 1,000 sample results.
User-Friendly Design:
- Compact, space-saving footprint.
- Personalized settings with MyQubit software for custom assays.
- Multi-language support.
Preloaded Assays:
- Includes pre-programmed assays for DNA, RNA, protein, and RNA IQ measurements.

Applications:

Quantification of Biomolecules:
- DNA, RNA, and protein for qPCR, NGS, cDNA synthesis, and other molecular biology workflows.
RNA Integrity Analysis:
- Evaluate intact vs. degraded RNA with RNA IQ assay.
Sample Preparation:
- Assessment prior to downstream applications like sequencing and microarrays.
Ion Sphere Particle (ISP) Quality Check:
- For sequencing runs using Ion Torrent platforms.

Specifications:

Parameter	Details
Sample Volume	1 to 20 µL
Excitation Wavelength	470 nm (Blue LED), 635 nm (Red LED)
Data Transfer	WiFi, USB drive, USB cable
Languages Supported	English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Simplified Chinese, Japanese
Measurement Speed	<3 seconds per sample
Screen Size	5.7-inch color touchscreen
Storage Capacity	1,000 sample results
Unit Size	1 fluorometer
Compatibility	Qubit Assays, RNA IQ Kit

Kit Contents:

Qubit 4 Fluorometer
WiFi Dongle
USB Thumb Drive and Cable
Universal Power Supply with 4 Plug Adapters
Preloaded Software for Assays

Advantages Over UV Spectrophotometry:

Higher sensitivity and accuracy at low concentrations.
Specificity to target molecules through fluorescence detection.
Minimal interference from salts, free nucleotides, or other contaminants.

The Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer is a powerful, versatile tool for quantitative molecular analysis, streamlining workflows and enhancing research precision.

Here is a comparative analysis of the Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer with other widely used methods and brands for nucleic acid and protein quantification, highlighting its unique advantages:

Comparison of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer with Alternative Methods

Feature	Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer	UV-Vis Spectrophotometry (e.g., NanoDrop)	BioTek Synergy (Microplate Reader)
Detection Mechanism	Fluorescence-based with target-specific dyes	Absorbance at 260/280 nm	Absorbance or fluorescence (multiplex)
Sensitivity	High sensitivity; detects as little as 1 ng/mL	Low sensitivity for dilute samples	Moderate sensitivity, dependent on setup
Specificity	High; dyes fluoresce only when bound to the target molecule (DNA, RNA, or protein)	Low; detects all nucleic acids, proteins, and contaminants	Moderate; depends on assay/dyes used
Quantification Range	Wide; detects from picogram to microgram levels	Limited for low concentrations (nanogram range)	Moderate; highly variable depending on assay
Ease of Use	User-friendly, touch-screen interface; simple protocols	Requires experience to interpret ratios	Advanced setup for multiplex assays
RNA Integrity Assessment	RNA IQ assay measures intact vs. degraded RNA	Not available	Not typically available
Sample Volume	1–20 µL	1–2 µL	10–100 µL
Output Format	Concentration, purity, RNA quality	Absorbance ratios (260/280, 260/230)	Multiplexed data or single measurement
Data Management	WiFi, USB, and PC connectivity	Limited USB or manual logging	Advanced, often requires software setup
Time per Sample	<3 seconds (quantification); <5 seconds (RNA IQ)	Instant	1–5 minutes/sample depending on setup
Compatibility	DNA, RNA, protein assays; RNA IQ for integrity	Primarily DNA/RNA; minimal protein specificity	DNA, RNA, protein, multiplex assays
Instrument Cost	Cost-effective	Moderate	Higher

Advantages of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer Over Others

RNA Integrity Assessment: Unique RNA IQ assay provides accurate intact vs. degraded RNA quantification
Target Specificity: Fluorescent dyes minimize interference from contaminants, ensuring high specificity compared to UV-Vis methods like NanoDrop.
Ease of Use: User-friendly touchscreen interface, WiFi-enabled data transfer, and compact design save time and space.
Application Versatility: Compatible with DNA, RNA, and protein assays, as well as unique integrity metrics for RNA.
Cost Efficiency: Mid-range pricing with low assay consumable costs compared to high-end imaging systems.

The Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer is ideal for researchers requiring precise, sensitive quantification and integrity analysis of biomolecules, offering superior performance over traditional UV-Vis methods and cost-effective solutions for advanced applications.

Citations and Use Cases:

MRSA Sequencing: Rapid DNA extraction and sequencing directly from clinical plates for infection control intervention optimization (Blane et al., J Antimicrob Chemother).
Water Microbiome Analysis: High-throughput sequencing of water microbiomes for microbial content determination (Brumfield et al., PLoS One).
Dietary Microbiota Adaptation: Studying microbiota's response to dietary changes using NF-κB signaling (Cell Rep).
Gene Expression in Tumor Analysis: Correlation of gene activity with immune response and tumor progression in Merkel cell carcinoma (J Immunother Cancer).

Application: Spectrophotometry, Fluorometry

Storage Temperature: Room Temperature

Product Type: Laboratory Equipment

Product Brand: Thermo Fisher Scientific™

Product Grade: Molecular Biology

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Key Features:

Accurate Quantitation:
- Measures DNA, RNA, protein concentrations, and RNA integrity (RNA IQ Assay) with high sensitivity.
- Enhanced accuracy for low-concentration samples, avoiding interference from contaminants.
Rapid Results:
- DNA, RNA, and protein measurements in less than three seconds.
- RNA integrity analysis in less than five seconds per sample.
Advanced Display and Interface:
- 5.7-inch color touchscreen with intuitive navigation.
- Graphical range indicators and on-board reagent calculators for ease of use.
Data Management:
- WiFi-enabled for easy data transfer.
- Supports USB drive and cable transfers, with storage for up to 1,000 sample results.
User-Friendly Design:
- Compact, space-saving footprint.
- Personalized settings with MyQubit software for custom assays.
- Multi-language support.
Preloaded Assays:
- Includes pre-programmed assays for DNA, RNA, protein, and RNA IQ measurements.

Applications:

Quantification of Biomolecules:
- DNA, RNA, and protein for qPCR, NGS, cDNA synthesis, and other molecular biology workflows.
RNA Integrity Analysis:
- Evaluate intact vs. degraded RNA with RNA IQ assay.
Sample Preparation:
- Assessment prior to downstream applications like sequencing and microarrays.
Ion Sphere Particle (ISP) Quality Check:
- For sequencing runs using Ion Torrent platforms.

Specifications:

Parameter	Details
Sample Volume	1 to 20 µL
Excitation Wavelength	470 nm (Blue LED), 635 nm (Red LED)
Data Transfer	WiFi, USB drive, USB cable
Languages Supported	English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Simplified Chinese, Japanese
Measurement Speed	<3 seconds per sample
Screen Size	5.7-inch color touchscreen
Storage Capacity	1,000 sample results
Unit Size	1 fluorometer
Compatibility	Qubit Assays, RNA IQ Kit

Kit Contents:

Qubit 4 Fluorometer
WiFi Dongle
USB Thumb Drive and Cable
Universal Power Supply with 4 Plug Adapters
Preloaded Software for Assays

Advantages Over UV Spectrophotometry:

Higher sensitivity and accuracy at low concentrations.
Specificity to target molecules through fluorescence detection.
Minimal interference from salts, free nucleotides, or other contaminants.

The Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer is a powerful, versatile tool for quantitative molecular analysis, streamlining workflows and enhancing research precision.

Comparison of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer with Alternative Methods

Feature	Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer	UV-Vis Spectrophotometry (e.g., NanoDrop)	BioTek Synergy (Microplate Reader)
Detection Mechanism	Fluorescence-based with target-specific dyes	Absorbance at 260/280 nm	Absorbance or fluorescence (multiplex)
Sensitivity	High sensitivity; detects as little as 1 ng/mL	Low sensitivity for dilute samples	Moderate sensitivity, dependent on setup
Specificity	High; dyes fluoresce only when bound to the target molecule (DNA, RNA, or protein)	Low; detects all nucleic acids, proteins, and contaminants	Moderate; depends on assay/dyes used
Quantification Range	Wide; detects from picogram to microgram levels	Limited for low concentrations (nanogram range)	Moderate; highly variable depending on assay
Ease of Use	User-friendly, touch-screen interface; simple protocols	Requires experience to interpret ratios	Advanced setup for multiplex assays
RNA Integrity Assessment	RNA IQ assay measures intact vs. degraded RNA	Not available	Not typically available
Sample Volume	1–20 µL	1–2 µL	10–100 µL
Output Format	Concentration, purity, RNA quality	Absorbance ratios (260/280, 260/230)	Multiplexed data or single measurement
Data Management	WiFi, USB, and PC connectivity	Limited USB or manual logging	Advanced, often requires software setup
Time per Sample	<3 seconds (quantification); <5 seconds (RNA IQ)	Instant	1–5 minutes/sample depending on setup
Compatibility	DNA, RNA, protein assays; RNA IQ for integrity	Primarily DNA/RNA; minimal protein specificity	DNA, RNA, protein, multiplex assays
Instrument Cost	Cost-effective	Moderate	Higher

Advantages of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer Over Others

RNA Integrity Assessment: Unique RNA IQ assay provides accurate intact vs. degraded RNA quantification
Target Specificity: Fluorescent dyes minimize interference from contaminants, ensuring high specificity compared to UV-Vis methods like NanoDrop.
Ease of Use: User-friendly touchscreen interface, WiFi-enabled data transfer, and compact design save time and space.
Application Versatility: Compatible with DNA, RNA, and protein assays, as well as unique integrity metrics for RNA.
Cost Efficiency: Mid-range pricing with low assay consumable costs compared to high-end imaging systems.

Citations and Use Cases:

MRSA Sequencing: Rapid DNA extraction and sequencing directly from clinical plates for infection control intervention optimization (Blane et al., J Antimicrob Chemother).
Water Microbiome Analysis: High-throughput sequencing of water microbiomes for microbial content determination (Brumfield et al., PLoS One).
Dietary Microbiota Adaptation: Studying microbiota's response to dietary changes using NF-κB signaling (Cell Rep).
Gene Expression in Tumor Analysis: Correlation of gene activity with immune response and tumor progression in Merkel cell carcinoma (J Immunother Cancer).

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Key Features:

Accurate Quantitation:
- Measures DNA, RNA, protein concentrations, and RNA integrity (RNA IQ Assay) with high sensitivity.
- Enhanced accuracy for low-concentration samples, avoiding interference from contaminants.
Rapid Results:
- DNA, RNA, and protein measurements in less than three seconds.
- RNA integrity analysis in less than five seconds per sample.
Advanced Display and Interface:
- 5.7-inch color touchscreen with intuitive navigation.
- Graphical range indicators and on-board reagent calculators for ease of use.
Data Management:
- WiFi-enabled for easy data transfer.
- Supports USB drive and cable transfers, with storage for up to 1,000 sample results.
User-Friendly Design:
- Compact, space-saving footprint.
- Personalized settings with MyQubit software for custom assays.
- Multi-language support.
Preloaded Assays:
- Includes pre-programmed assays for DNA, RNA, protein, and RNA IQ measurements.

Applications:

Quantification of Biomolecules:
- DNA, RNA, and protein for qPCR, NGS, cDNA synthesis, and other molecular biology workflows.
RNA Integrity Analysis:
- Evaluate intact vs. degraded RNA with RNA IQ assay.
Sample Preparation:
- Assessment prior to downstream applications like sequencing and microarrays.
Ion Sphere Particle (ISP) Quality Check:
- For sequencing runs using Ion Torrent platforms.

Specifications:

Parameter	Details
Sample Volume	1 to 20 µL
Excitation Wavelength	470 nm (Blue LED), 635 nm (Red LED)
Data Transfer	WiFi, USB drive, USB cable
Languages Supported	English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Simplified Chinese, Japanese
Measurement Speed	<3 seconds per sample
Screen Size	5.7-inch color touchscreen
Storage Capacity	1,000 sample results
Unit Size	1 fluorometer
Compatibility	Qubit Assays, RNA IQ Kit

Kit Contents:

Qubit 4 Fluorometer
WiFi Dongle
USB Thumb Drive and Cable
Universal Power Supply with 4 Plug Adapters
Preloaded Software for Assays

Advantages Over UV Spectrophotometry:

Higher sensitivity and accuracy at low concentrations.
Specificity to target molecules through fluorescence detection.
Minimal interference from salts, free nucleotides, or other contaminants.

The Invitrogen™ Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer is a powerful, versatile tool for quantitative molecular analysis, streamlining workflows and enhancing research precision.

Comparison of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer with Alternative Methods

Feature	Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer	UV-Vis Spectrophotometry (e.g., NanoDrop)	BioTek Synergy (Microplate Reader)
Detection Mechanism	Fluorescence-based with target-specific dyes	Absorbance at 260/280 nm	Absorbance or fluorescence (multiplex)
Sensitivity	High sensitivity; detects as little as 1 ng/mL	Low sensitivity for dilute samples	Moderate sensitivity, dependent on setup
Specificity	High; dyes fluoresce only when bound to the target molecule (DNA, RNA, or protein)	Low; detects all nucleic acids, proteins, and contaminants	Moderate; depends on assay/dyes used
Quantification Range	Wide; detects from picogram to microgram levels	Limited for low concentrations (nanogram range)	Moderate; highly variable depending on assay
Ease of Use	User-friendly, touch-screen interface; simple protocols	Requires experience to interpret ratios	Advanced setup for multiplex assays
RNA Integrity Assessment	RNA IQ assay measures intact vs. degraded RNA	Not available	Not typically available
Sample Volume	1–20 µL	1–2 µL	10–100 µL
Output Format	Concentration, purity, RNA quality	Absorbance ratios (260/280, 260/230)	Multiplexed data or single measurement
Data Management	WiFi, USB, and PC connectivity	Limited USB or manual logging	Advanced, often requires software setup
Time per Sample	<3 seconds (quantification); <5 seconds (RNA IQ)	Instant	1–5 minutes/sample depending on setup
Compatibility	DNA, RNA, protein assays; RNA IQ for integrity	Primarily DNA/RNA; minimal protein specificity	DNA, RNA, protein, multiplex assays
Instrument Cost	Cost-effective	Moderate	Higher

Advantages of Qubit™ 4 Fluorometer Over Others

RNA Integrity Assessment: Unique RNA IQ assay provides accurate intact vs. degraded RNA quantification
Target Specificity: Fluorescent dyes minimize interference from contaminants, ensuring high specificity compared to UV-Vis methods like NanoDrop.
Ease of Use: User-friendly touchscreen interface, WiFi-enabled data transfer, and compact design save time and space.
Application Versatility: Compatible with DNA, RNA, and protein assays, as well as unique integrity metrics for RNA.
Cost Efficiency: Mid-range pricing with low assay consumable costs compared to high-end imaging systems.

Citations and Use Cases:

MRSA Sequencing: Rapid DNA extraction and sequencing directly from clinical plates for infection control intervention optimization (Blane et al., J Antimicrob Chemother).
Water Microbiome Analysis: High-throughput sequencing of water microbiomes for microbial content determination (Brumfield et al., PLoS One).
Dietary Microbiota Adaptation: Studying microbiota's response to dietary changes using NF-κB signaling (Cell Rep).
Gene Expression in Tumor Analysis: Correlation of gene activity with immune response and tumor progression in Merkel cell carcinoma (J Immunother Cancer).