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Fewer Sequencing Steps

The BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit, the latest innovation in the BigDye® product family, simplifies industry-standard Sanger sequencing workflow by combining post-PCR clean-up and cycle sequencing into a single step.

" Fantastic kit. The workflow is very simple and skips the post-PCR purification step. Single-stream processing protects sample integrity and identity which is very important in our environment. The kit is priced well.”

— Andrew Hadd, Senior Scientist at Asuragen, Inc.

Benefits

  • Accuracy of Data: By performing all steps from PCR to capillary electrophoresis in a single tube, reduce the possibility of introducing experimental variability
  • Quality of Sequencing: Read as close as one base after the gene specific primer sequence with the use of POP-7™ polymer
  • Simplified Sequencing Workflow: Reduce the number of manual handling steps and save time. M13 universal sequencing primers (forward and reverse) are incorporated into kit, reducing need to procure multiple reagents
  • Time Saving:  Obtain sequence reads up to 40% faster and with less hands-on time using BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit.

BigDye® Direct
Cycle Sequencing Kit

3500 Series Genetic Analyzer

Downloadable version

1. What component and quantities are included in the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing.  Answer

 Kit Component and Quantity
P/N

BigDye® Direct
PCR Master Mix

BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Mix

BigDye Direct
M13 Forward
Primer

BigDye® Direct
M13 Reverse
Primer

DNA Control
445868924 rxn24 rxn24 rxn24 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn
4458687100 rxn100 rxn100 rxn100 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn
4452688100 rxn100 rxn100 rxn100 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn

 

2. On what platform is the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit supported?  Answer

Instrument

OS

Data Collection

3130/XLXP SP23.0 and 3.1
3500/XL (DX as well)Vista SP11.0
4452688XP SP23.0 and 3.1

 

Secondary Analysis Software

Version

Seq A5.4, 5.3.1 and 5.3
SeqScape2.7 and 2.6
Variant Reporter1.1 and 1.0

 

3. With what plate format is the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit compatible?  Answer

96-well and tubes (strip tubes or single tubes).

 

4. What are the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit storage conditions?  Answer

DescriptionStorage
Conditions
Stability

Freeze Thaw
-20°C← →Ambient

 

BigDye® Direct
PCR Master Mix
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°Crefer to expiration date 
BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Master Mix
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°C4 weeks 
BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Primers (fwd/Rev)
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°C4 weeks 
Control CEPH DNA-20°Crefer to expiration dateN/A

*if the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit has been left at room temp for >8 hours, it is recommended that the customer does not use the kit.

 

5. Under what conditions is the DNA stable in each of the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing steps?  Answer


DescriptionStorage ConditionsStability
Formulated PCR reaction mixAmbient16 hrs
Amplified PCR-20°C4 weeks
4°C16 hrs
Formulated Sequencing reaction mixAmbient16 hrs
Sequencing products (no clean up)-20°C4 weeks
4°C16 hrs
Sequencing product (after BDx clean up)-20°C10 days
4°C10 days
Ambient16 hrs

 

6. Can customers combine other PCR mixes to use with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit?  Answer

No, all components of BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing kit are specially formulated and optimized to work together, and cannot be combined with other PCR master mixes.

 

7. Can customers use standard gene specific PCR primers?  Answer

No, customers are not able to use standard gene specific PCR primers with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit. Customers are required to use universal primers, specifically M13 universal primers. Here is the sequence:

M13 universal sequences for primer design

  • M13 forward primer sequence: 5’ TGTAAAACGACGGCCAGT 3’
  • M13 reverse primer sequence: 5’ CAGGAAACAGCTATGACC 3'

 

8. Can customers use standard gene specific sequencing primers?  Answer

No, customers are not able to use standard gene specific sequencing primers with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit. Customers are required to use the M13 universal primers included in the kit.

 

9. What is the recommended template DNA concentration, pre-PCR?  Answer

The recommended DNA concentration is 4 ng

 

10. Under what temperature and time conditions is the DNA from the sample stable in the BigDye XTerminator® Purification Kit?  Answer

Samples can be stored in BigDye Xterminator Purification Kit, please refer to question #4 for storage conditions.

 

11. Is it preferable to use fresh PCR product or stored product for use with BigDye DirectCycle Sequencing Kit?If stored, what temperature conditions should be used?  Answer

It is always recommended to use fresh PCR product, but if there is a need to store it, please refer to question #4 for storage conditions.

 

12. Is it better to store samples dry or in Hi-Di™ Formamide? What is the best temp?  Answer

It is recommended to store samples dry at -20°C.

 

13. Can customers dilute the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit?  Answer

The BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit formulation has been optimized to work at full strength. Diluting the product will result in poor results.

 

14. Is an update to current Data Collection Software or Secondary Analysis Software needed?  Answer

Customers will need to download a BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit Installer to update the mobility files.

 

15. What Dye Set is used for the Spectral Calibration?  Answer

Please use the BigDye Terminator v3.1 Long Read Sequencing Standard to spectrally calibrate the instrument for dye set Z.

 

16. What can be done if pull-up peaks are experienced, caused by off-scale data?  Answer

It is recommended one of the following efforts be tried:
  • Reduce the number of PCR cycles by 2-3 cycles
  • Re-inject the affected samples
  • Optimize injection parameters by reducing time or voltage

BigDye® Direct
Cycle Sequencing Kit

3500 Series Genetic Analyzer

Downloadable version

1. What component and quantities are included in the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing.  Answer

 Kit Component and Quantity
P/N

BigDye® Direct
PCR Master Mix

BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Mix

BigDye Direct
M13 Forward
Primer

BigDye® Direct
M13 Reverse
Primer

DNA Control
445868924 rxn24 rxn24 rxn24 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn
4458687100 rxn100 rxn100 rxn100 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn
4452688100 rxn100 rxn100 rxn100 rxnSufficient for 200 rxn

 

2. On what platform is the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit supported?  Answer

Instrument

OS

Data Collection

3130/XLXP SP23.0 and 3.1
3500/XL (DX as well)Vista SP11.0
4452688XP SP23.0 and 3.1

 

Secondary Analysis Software

Version

Seq A5.4, 5.3.1 and 5.3
SeqScape2.7 and 2.6
Variant Reporter1.1 and 1.0

 

3. With what plate format is the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit compatible?  Answer

96-well and tubes (strip tubes or single tubes).

 

4. What are the BigDye® Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit storage conditions?  Answer

DescriptionStorage
Conditions
Stability

Freeze Thaw
-20°C← →Ambient

 

BigDye® Direct
PCR Master Mix
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°Crefer to expiration date 
BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Master Mix
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°C4 weeks 
BigDye® Direct
Sequencing Primers (fwd/Rev)
-20°Crefer to expiration date5 cycles
4°C4 weeks 
Control CEPH DNA-20°Crefer to expiration dateN/A

*if the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit has been left at room temp for >8 hours, it is recommended that the customer does not use the kit.

 

5. Under what conditions is the DNA stable in each of the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing steps?  Answer


DescriptionStorage ConditionsStability
Formulated PCR reaction mixAmbient16 hrs
Amplified PCR-20°C4 weeks
4°C16 hrs
Formulated Sequencing reaction mixAmbient16 hrs
Sequencing products (no clean up)-20°C4 weeks
4°C16 hrs
Sequencing product (after BDx clean up)-20°C10 days
4°C10 days
Ambient16 hrs

 

6. Can customers combine other PCR mixes to use with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit?  Answer

No, all components of BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing kit are specially formulated and optimized to work together, and cannot be combined with other PCR master mixes.

 

7. Can customers use standard gene specific PCR primers?  Answer

No, customers are not able to use standard gene specific PCR primers with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit. Customers are required to use universal primers, specifically M13 universal primers. Here is the sequence:

M13 universal sequences for primer design

  • M13 forward primer sequence: 5’ TGTAAAACGACGGCCAGT 3’
  • M13 reverse primer sequence: 5’ CAGGAAACAGCTATGACC 3'

 

8. Can customers use standard gene specific sequencing primers?  Answer

No, customers are not able to use standard gene specific sequencing primers with the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit. Customers are required to use the M13 universal primers included in the kit.

 

9. What is the recommended template DNA concentration, pre-PCR?  Answer

The recommended DNA concentration is 4 ng

 

10. Under what temperature and time conditions is the DNA from the sample stable in the BigDye XTerminator® Purification Kit?  Answer

Samples can be stored in BigDye Xterminator Purification Kit, please refer to question #4 for storage conditions.

 

11. Is it preferable to use fresh PCR product or stored product for use with BigDye DirectCycle Sequencing Kit?If stored, what temperature conditions should be used?  Answer

It is always recommended to use fresh PCR product, but if there is a need to store it, please refer to question #4 for storage conditions.

 

12. Is it better to store samples dry or in Hi-Di™ Formamide? What is the best temp?  Answer

It is recommended to store samples dry at -20°C.

 

13. Can customers dilute the BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit?  Answer

The BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit formulation has been optimized to work at full strength. Diluting the product will result in poor results.

 

14. Is an update to current Data Collection Software or Secondary Analysis Software needed?  Answer

Customers will need to download a BigDye Direct Cycle Sequencing Kit Installer to update the mobility files.

 

15. What Dye Set is used for the Spectral Calibration?  Answer

Please use the BigDye Terminator v3.1 Long Read Sequencing Standard to spectrally calibrate the instrument for dye set Z.

 

16. What can be done if pull-up peaks are experienced, caused by off-scale data?  Answer

It is recommended one of the following efforts be tried:
  • Reduce the number of PCR cycles by 2-3 cycles
  • Re-inject the affected samples
  • Optimize injection parameters by reducing time or voltage