Is that OK to keep PCR machine in 4C keeping sample for over night?

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Meng Huang

Thanks Elizabeth E LeClair,

Normally I would like to set 12C for holding, and take out product soon after the program finish. I just want to keep the machine maintenance well since water condensation may be harmful to the machine.

Virender Kumar

I think you should avoid to keep the machine running at 4 degree overnight because there will be a pressure on the compressor which will directly affect the working of the PCR machine in long term.

Best