ABgene Introduces Hot-Start DNA Polymerase

ABgene is pleased to announce its newest product, Thermo-Start DNA Polymerase. This PCR enzyme remains inactive until incubated at 95°C for 15 minutes. This allows researchers to set up reactions at room temperature and permits the automation of PCR. The Hot Start procedure also inhibits non-specific annealing of primers to the template, reducing non-specific product formation. Thermo-Start also includes a unique buffer, which has been designed with a "hyper-thermostabilizer" that protects the enzyme from thermal damage during incubation. The result is increased product yields, particularly in the case of long fragment PCR amplification. Thermo-Start can be used in any application where a Hot Start procedure is indicated, such as multiplex PCR or PCR with small amounts of template.