By Sherry Dunbar

The 6th edition of the xMAP^® Cookbook offers updated protocols and application examples with additional tips, tricks, and insights from our experts 

We’re delighted to announce that the latest edition of our xMAP Cookbook is available for download! As a vetted collection of methods and protocols for developing multiplex assays on the xMAP^® platform of your choice, the xMAP Cookbook is a valuable resource for xMAP veterans and new users alike.

xMAP^® Technology has been a game-changer for scientists worldwide, but for those unfamiliar with it, we aim to provide a primer on multiplexing and its benefits to scientists across various research fields. As a bead-based multiplexing tool, xMAP multiplex assays can be utilized for both proteomic and genomic applications, helping to reduce required sample and reagent volumes while generating more information.

With xMAP, you can analyze up to 500 targets in a single run

For technology that’s so different from standard, single-analyte assays, we’ve found that our customers like having a guide to show them the many ways it can be applied. That’s why we created the original xMAP Cookbook back in 2013 and have regularly updated this handy collection of protocols to include updated tips and tricks based on what we see in our labs, and also what our customers are doing in their labs.

Our xMAP Cookbook includes detailed instructions for designing, creating, optimizing, and validating your xMAP assays, plus assay development guides for various applications, a detailed list of common xMAP buffers, and a comprehensive list of equipment needed to run xMAP assays.

Here’s a quick look at some of the updates in our just-released 6th edition:

• Refreshed protocols for emerging research needs
• Enhanced troubleshooting tips for faster problem-solving
• Guidance on assay optimization for higher performance
• Updated recommendations for instrument setup and maintenance

Download the 6th edition of the xMAP Cookbook today.