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MiniSeq System

Get Hands-on with the MiniSeq System
Get Hands-on with the MiniSeq System

Take a virtual tour of the MiniSeq System. Set up and perform a run and see for yourself how intuitive and simple sequencing can be.

Achieve More Efficient Tumor Profiling
Achieve More Efficient Tumor Profiling

See how this simpler, streamlined sample analysis technique compares to traditional methods, as an everyday tool for efficient tumor profiling.

Webster University Experiences the MiniSeq System
Webster University Experiences the MiniSeq System

Students and professors at Webster University share how having a MiniSeq System on campus has opened up new possibilities for their research.

The MiniSeq Online Community

Join other MiniSeq owners in the MiniSeq Online Community. Collaborate with Illumina moderators and MiniSeq owners. Discuss best practices, troubleshoot, and learn about how others are using MiniSeq preparation kits, push-button sequencing, and automated data analysis to fuel their research.
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An Affordable Benchtop Sequencer

The MiniSeq System delivers the power and confidence of proven Illumina next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology in an accessible sequencing solution. It features cost-efficient sequencing, even for low numbers of samples. Its streamlined workflow enables rapid sequencing of both DNA and RNA. The small footprint allows it to fit seamlessly into laboratories, with no need for specialized, ancillary equipment.

Next: Flexible NGS System for Multiple Applications

Flexible NGS System for Multiple Applications

The MiniSeq System offers cross-application flexibility, enabling researchers to transition easily between sequencing projects for both DNA and RNA applications, including signal transduction pathway profiling, solid and hematological tumor profiling, and germline mutation analysis. Optimized data analysis workflows are available for a growing ecosystem of applications.

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Next: Simple Library-to-Results NGS Workflow

Simple Library-to-Results NGS Workflow

The MiniSeq System combines load-and-go operation with an intuitive user interface for a fast, easy NGS workflow. The MiniSeq System integrates clonal amplification, sequencing by synthesis, and base calling into a single benchtop instrument, eliminating the need for additional equipment. Simply load the flow cell and reagent cartridge on to the MiniSeq System and sequence at the touch of a button.

Next: User-Friendly, Intuitive Software

User-Friendly, Intuitive Software

The MiniSeq System features a touch screen interface and user-friendly, intuitive software. Use the onboard software suite to configure, launch, monitor, and analyze sequencing runs. Interface with the MiniSeq System from any web browser to review real-time data and performance metrics. BaseSpace Sequence Hub lets you easily and securely analyze, archive, and share sequencing data. It simplifies and accelerates informatics with push-button tools.

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Workflow

 
Prep

Optimized library preparation kits for either RNA or DNA support a diverse range of targeted applications.

 
Sequence

With an intuitive user interface and load-and-go operation, it takes less than 5 minutes to load and set up a MiniSeq System. Sequencing is complete in < 1 day.

 
Analyze

Configure, launch, monitor, and analyze sequencing runs using the onboard software suite.

 
Share

Interface with the MiniSeq System from any web browser to review real-time data and performance metrics.

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System Specifications

1.65-7.5 Gb

output range

7-25 million

reads per run

2 × 150 bp

max read length
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Customer Stories

Illumina Go Mini Scientific Challenge 1st Place Winner
Illumina Go Mini Scientific Challenge 1st Place Winner

Illumina launched the Go Mini Scientific Challenge to highlight the range of applications that can be performed using the Illumina MiniSeq System. First place winner, Mattia Prosperi, PhD, describes how he will use his MINI Cooper and MiniSeq to study the spread of mosquito-borne pathogens in Florida.

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Precision Immunotherapies Using Tumor-Specific HLA Ligands

RNA-Seq and HLA typing are increasing the power and efficiency of a target discovery platform.

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Featured Products

MiniSeq Reagent Kit
MiniSeq Reagent Kit

MiniSeq Reagent Kits bring the power of Illumina NGS to labs of all sizes. Access cost-efficient sequencing, even for low numbers of samples.

TruSight Tumor 15
TruSight Tumor 15

Focused sequencing panel to assess 15 genes that are commonly mutated in solid tumors in a single assay, with a simple, rapid workflow.

TruSeq Small RNA Library Preparation Kits
TruSeq Small RNA Library Preparation Kits

These kits provide a simple, cost-effective solution for generating miRNA and small RNA sequencing libraries directly from total RNA, for any species.

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