Monitoring gene expression and transcriptome changes with cancer RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) can aid in understanding tumor classification and progression. Cancers accumulate numerous genetic changes, but typically only a few drive tumor progression. Cancer RNA-Seq can help to determine which variants are expressed in cancer samples.
Sequencing the coding regions or the whole cancer transcriptome can provide valuable information about gene expression changes in tumors. Cancer RNA-Seq enables detection of strand-specific information, an important component of gene regulation. Cancer transcriptome sequencing captures both coding and noncoding RNA and provides strand orientation for a complete view of expression dynamics.
Learn More About RNA-SeqTargeted RNA amplicon sequencing analyzes the expression of specific cancer genes. Predesigned cancer gene expression panels focus on relevant pathways, such as p53 and NFκB. Researchers can add custom content to broaden the scope of an experiment.
Learn About Targeted RNA-SeqClinical researchers at Avera Health rely on next-generation sequencing to uncover multiple drug-susceptible tumorigenic pathways.
Read InterviewResearchers are using RNA-Seq to reveal how lncRNAs could be used to identify, measure, and treat cancer.
Read InterviewResearchers in India are using RNA-Seq and other methods to study variants that may influence a deadly oral cancer.
Read InterviewNGS can provide careful analysis of the cancer genome, and efficiently assess the tumor microenvironment as a real-time, highly sensitive monitor of immune marker expression in response to tumor growth or treatment.
Learn MoreGenomic regions containing deleted or amplified miRNA loci have been linked to multiple forms of cancer. Small RNA-Seq enables the discovery and profiling of miRNAs and other small noncoding RNAs present in the cancer transcriptome.
Learn About Small RNA-SeqSingle-cell approaches can help cancer researchers better understand tumor development, cancer stem cells, metastasis, and therapeutic response. Highly sensitive NGS-based RNA-Seq methods enable gene expression analysis of very low input samples, including single cells.
Explore Single-Cell RNA-Seq Watch a VideoIllumina offers several library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis options for cancer RNA-Seq. Streamlined library prep workflows and flexible kit configurations accommodate multiple study designs. Illumina systems deliver industry-leading data quality—in fact, approximately 90% of the world’s sequencing data are generated using Illumina sequencing by synthesis (SBS) chemistry.
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Targeting 1385 oncology genes for gene expression, variant and fusion detection in all RNA sample types including FFPE.
TruSight Tumor 170Comprehensive panel detects single-nucleotide variants (SNVs), amplifications, and fusions that contribute to solid tumor progression.
TruSeq RNA ExomeA reproducible, economical method for sequencing coding RNA from FFPE and other low-quality samples.
AmpliSeq for Illumina Custom RNA Fusion PanelA customizable targeted panel for detecting fusion genes and measuring gene expression.
Precise measurement of mRNA strand orientation for detection of antisense transcription and discovery of alternative transcripts, gene fusions, and allele-specific expression.
TruSeq Stranded Total RNA Library Prep KitScalable solution for whole-transcriptome analysis that delivers accurate strand information for a complete view of the transcriptome.
TruSeq Small RNA Library Prep KitSensitive kit for microRNA analysis.
AmpliSeq for Illumina Custom RNA PanelTargeted custom RNA research panels optimized for sequencing up to 1200 targets of interest.
Simplest and most affordable solution for low-throughput targeted gene expression profiling.
MiSeq SystemDesktop sequencer featuring a simple NGS workflow, integrated data analysis software, and unmatched accuracy.
MiSeqDx InstrumentFDA-cleared in vitro diagnostic NGS system that also operates in research mode to generate accurate, reliable data.
Groundbreaking benchtop sequencers allow you to explore new discoveries across a variety of current and emerging applications, with higher efficiency and fewer restraints.
NovaSeq 6000 SystemScalable throughput and flexibility for virtually any genome, sequencing method, and scale of project.
Performs alignment, quantification, and fusion detection.
RNA-Seq Differential ExpressionEnables differential gene expression analysis.
MiSeq ReporterEasy-to-use software for analysis and variant calling on the MiSeq System.
BaseSpace Sequence HubThe Illumina genomics computing environment for NGS data analysis and management.
Provides accurate, ultra-rapid secondary analysis of sequencing data, including RNA-Seq data.
BaseSpace Correlation EngineA growing library of curated genomic data to support researchers in identifying disease mechanisms, drug targets, and prognostic or predictive biomarkers.
Learn about RNA-Seq for transcriptome analysis of single cancer cells.
Explore various genomic approaches to cancer research. Learn how cancer RNA-Seq can provide detailed information about gene expression in tumors.
An enrichment-based cancer research assay interrogates both DNA and RNA, detecting small variants, gene amplifications, gene fusions, and splice variants.
Next-generation RNA-Seq methods enable researchers to access valuable data from degraded and FFPE-derived samples.
Researchers use RNA-Seq and DNA analysis to study stromal signatures and identify genes that may drive cancer progression.