Understanding Low-Retention Pipette Tips and Their Role in Precise Experiments

In laboratories where precision is critical, such as in molecular biology, forensic analysis, and genomics, every microliter of sample counts. Low-retention pipette tips are specifically designed to prevent residue, ensuring that accurate volumes are transferred without loss. Here, we explore how low-retention pipette tips enhance accuracy and why they are vital for sensitive workflows.

What Are Low-Retention Pipette Tips?

Low-retention pipette tips are made from special materials that minimize sample adherence to the tip's surface, reducing the likelihood of sample residue. Sorenson OneTouch Pipette Tips from Sequence Biotech, for example, utilize an advanced, non-reactive surface that improves sample recovery and accuracy. These tips are particularly valuable in applications requiring exact volume measurements and sensitive samples.

Benefits of Using Low-Retention Pipette Tips

• Enhanced Sample Recovery: Low-retention tips ensure that nearly all of the liquid sample is dispensed, minimizing waste and maximizing the accuracy of sample transfer.
• Increased Accuracy in Sensitive Assays: Applications such as PCR, qPCR, and ELISA benefit greatly from low-retention tips, where even small volume discrepancies can impact results.
• Reduced Cross-Contamination: By minimizing residue, low-retention tips also help reduce the risk of cross-contamination between samples, an essential feature for reliable molecular biology workflows.

Applications That Benefit from Low-Retention Pipette Tips

Low-retention tips are invaluable across a variety of laboratory applications, particularly in workflows that require high precision and accurate sample volumes. These include:

• qPCR and PCR: In PCR workflows, precise measurements are critical for reliable amplification and quantification. Low-retention tips help ensure accurate reagent mixing and sample consistency.
• Protein and Enzyme Assays: Low-retention tips are ideal for handling viscous or precious reagents, such as proteins or enzymes, where full sample recovery is important to avoid skewed results.
• Forensic Analysis: In forensic labs, minimizing sample loss is vital, as sample quantities are often limited. Low-retention tips ensure that forensic samples are transferred accurately without loss.

Choosing the Right Low-Retention Pipette Tips

When selecting low-retention tips, look for brands like Sorenson OneTouch from Sequence Biotech, known for their consistency and compatibility with a wide range of pipettes. By investing in quality tips, your lab can increase reproducibility, reduce waste, and support accurate results across various applications.

Explore Sequence Biotech’s low-retention pipette tips today to ensure precision and reliability in your lab’s workflows.