The PR2100-C-S is the trial / sample-size SKU of the Accuris qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit family, 5-reaction pack for first-use evaluation of the two-step cDNA synthesis chemistry before committing to the production-scale packs (PR2100-C-25 at $132 / -100 at $464 / -250 at $1,100). At $20 list price ($4.05 per reaction; promotional pricing), the sample SKU enables labs to validate the cDNA synthesis workflow on their specific RNA template before scaling.
Key Specifications
| SKU | PR2100-C-S |
| Type | Sample / trial pack (qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit) |
| Pack quantity | 5 reactions |
| Workflow | First-strand cDNA synthesis from RNA template |
| Per-reaction cost (sample) | $4.05 (lowest in the family; promotional pricing) |
| Sister sample SKU | PR2110-S (qMAX First Strand cDNA Flex Kit sample, 5 rxn, $20.00) |
| Production-scale follow-on | PR2100-C-25 ($132), PR2100-C-100 ($464), PR2100-C-250 ($1,100) |
| List price | $20 |
Sample-vs-Sample Comparison: qMAX cDNA Kit vs Flex Kit
The Accuris cDNA synthesis sample family includes two parallel sample SKUs for first-use evaluation:
| Sample SKU | Kit format | Best for evaluation of |
| PR2100-C-S (this product) | qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit (2-tube, mixed primers) | Routine cDNA synthesis workflows |
| PR2110-S | qMAX First Strand cDNA Flex Kit (4-tube, separate primers) | Method-development; primer-chemistry-flexibility workflows; low-input RNA |
Procurement strategy. Labs comparing the two cDNA synthesis kit formats can order both samples ($33 total) for a direct format comparison. Confirm which kit format fits the workflow before bulk procurement.
What 5 Reactions Supports: Validation Plan
A typical 5-reaction validation plan for the PR2100-C-S sample:
| Validation step | Reactions used |
| No-template control (NTC) | 1 |
| Positive control (known RNA template) | 1 |
| Sample RNA cDNA synthesis | 2 |
| Reserve for re-test | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
This validation plan supports a complete first-use evaluation: confirm the kit chemistry works on the lab's specific RNA template (yield, downstream PCR / qPCR amplification confirmation), validate the RNase inhibitor protection (no template degradation), and confirm both primer chemistries (oligo dT for polyA-tail mRNA, random hexamer for total RNA) produce usable cDNA.
Per Brochure Applications
Per Accuris Life Science Reagents Catalog, qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit applications include:
- cDNA Library Generation. NGS library construction starting material
- Microarrays. CDNA template for microarray hybridization
- Gene Expression Analysis. CDNA for downstream RT-PCR or RT-qPCR quantification
- 2-Step RT-PCR / RT-qPCR. Separate cDNA synthesis + PCR / qPCR workflow
Application Profile
qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit first-time evaluation. Labs evaluating the Accuris cDNA synthesis chemistry for the first time use the sample to validate fit before bulk procurement.
cDNA Synthesis Kit vs Flex Kit comparison. Labs deciding between PR2100-C and PR2110 formats run both samples for direct comparison.
Sales / training samples. Sales reps and training programs use the sample for hands-on customer demonstrations.
Educational laboratory cDNA exercises. Molecular-biology coursework introducing cDNA synthesis chemistry on a per-class budget.
Clinical-research workflow validation. Clinical-research labs validating the kit fits their gene expression workflow before scaling.
Ordering & Configuration
Single-use sample SKU. The 5-reaction pack supports a small validation run; not intended for routine production use.
Pair with RNA template + downstream PCR / qPCR reagents. The kit produces cDNA; operator supplies RNA template and downstream PCR / qPCR master mix.
Storage. -20 °C, RNase-free handling required.
Confirm at quote: cDNA Synthesis Kit evaluation intent (vs PR2100-C-25/100/250 production-pack ordering or PR2110 First Strand Flex Kit sample), and lead time.
Warranty: Per Accuris standard reagent terms. Confirm at quote.
Accuris cDNA synthesis sample SKUs:
- PR2100-C-S (this product): qMAX cDNA Synthesis Kit sample, 5 reactions ($20)
- PR2110-S: qMAX First Strand cDNA Synthesis Flex Kit sample, 5 reactions ($20.00)
Pick the PR2100-C-S sample for routine cDNA synthesis evaluation; pair with PR2110-S for kit-format comparison.
