The dye-labeled oligonucleotides included in the Matrix Standard DS-02 set (dR110, dR6G, dTAMRA, dROX, and LIZ) are used to generate the 'multicomponent matrix' required for the SNaPshot Multiplex Kit. The Data Collection software utilizes the multicomponent matrix to automatically correct for the spectral overlap in samples labeled with DS-02 dyes. The kit consists of one tube of matrix standard which is sufficient for a minimum of eight array runs (on a 24 capillary) or two array runs (on a 96 capillary).

Matrix standards do not need to be run with every set of sample injections. The standard only needs to be run once in order to generate a matrix file which is then applied to samples run under similar conditions. For more information on the use of matrix standards, refer to the instrument User Manual or Getting Started Guide.

Used with SNaPshot Multiplex Kit on 3500/3500xl, 3730/3730xl, SeqStudio, and SeqStudio Flex series genetic analyzers.