Quantifies viral vectors by qPCR or RT-qPCR
Use the kits to measure viral titer for lentivirus, AAV, or retrovirus workflows so researchers can compare viral lots and plan downstream experiments with a measured input.
qPCR Virus Titer Kits
Streamline Viral Titering.
Streamline Viral Titering.
Results in Only 1 Hour.
Get accurate titer results quickly with abm’s collection of viral titer kits for lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV), and retrovirus. Simple, sensitive, and ready-to-use, each kit is designed to reduce sample preparation while supporting reliable viral stock QC.
What are qPCR Virus Titer Kits?
abm’s qPCR Virus Titer Kits are ready-to-use viral vector quantification kits for measuring lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV), and retrovirus titers by qPCR or RT-qPCR. They are designed for fast viral stock QC, MOI planning, and downstream experiment setup, with results in only 1 hour and no purification step needed.
Match the kit to your viral system
- LV900: qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit for HIV-1-based lentivirus.
- G931: qPCR AAV Titer Kit for AAV genome copy titration.
- G949: qPCR Retrovirus Titer Kit for retroviral vector titration.
Fast, simple, and ready-to-use
The kits support accurate titer results in only 1 hour, clean no-template controls, and simplified sample preparation without a purification step.
Simple Workflow from Sample to Titer
A clear path from viral sample input to calculated viral titer, designed to reduce handling steps and support faster downstream decisions.
Step 1
Add Viral Sample
No purification step needed for simplified sample preparation.
Step 2
Set Up Reaction
Ready-to-use kit format simplifies qPCR or RT-qPCR setup.
Step 3
Run qPCR
Generate viral titer results in only 1 hour.
Step 4
Calculate Titer
Use abm’s calculator to determine titer and support MOI planning.
Built for Faster Viral Vector Quantification
Each kit is designed to simplify viral titering while supporting reliable QC decisions across lentivirus, AAV, and retrovirus workflows.
1-Hour Results
Move quickly from reaction setup to titer results.
Clean NTC Controls
Support confident interpretation with clean no-template controls.
No Purification Needed
Reduce sample preparation and handling time.
Ready-to-use Format
Use included standards and optimized reagents for streamlined setup.
Choose Your qPCR Virus Titer Kit
Three viral systems, one streamlined product family. Select the kit that matches your vector workflow.
qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit
One-step RT-qPCR workflow for HIV-1-based lentivirus titration.
- VectorHIV-1-based lentivirus
- MethodRT-qPCR
- InputSupernatant or concentrated virus
- Size100 rxn
qPCR AAV Titer Kit
AAV genome copy titration with primers for both CMV and ITR detection.
- VectorAAV
- MethodqPCR
- InputPurified AAV or supernatant
- Size100 rxn
qPCR Retrovirus Titer Kit
One-step RT-qPCR workflow for retroviral vector titration.
- VectorRetrovirus
- MethodRT-qPCR
- InputSupernatant or purified sample
- Size100 rxn
| Product | Cat. No. | Viral System | Method | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit | LV900 | Lentivirus | RT-qPCR | 100 rxn |
| qPCR AAV Titer Kit | G931 | AAV | qPCR | 100 rxn |
| qPCR Retrovirus Titer Kit | G949 | Retrovirus | RT-qPCR | 100 rxn |
Why Viral Titering Matters
Reliable titer information helps support more consistent viral vector workflows from QC to downstream experiments.
Plan MOI with Confidence
Start transduction with a measured viral input.
Compare Viral Lots
Support batch-to-batch viral stock QC.
Reduce Workflow Delays
Move faster from viral prep to downstream experiments.
Performance Data at a Glance
Visual proof points for speed, AAV titer consistency, and qPCR amplification visualization.
Results in Only 1 Hour
abm’s qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit provides results in only 1 hour. Total qRT-PCR reaction times were compared against a Taqman® RNA-to-Ct™ 1-Step Kit and a typical 2-step reaction.
Accurate AAV Titers
abm’s qPCR AAV Titer Kit provides consistent titer measurements across AAV3, AAV5, and AAV7 using primers for both CMV and ITR.
Easy Visualization
abm’s qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit enables easy visualization of viral titers using the included standards and an amplified viral sample.
Publications & Customer Reviews
Selected peer-reviewed publications featuring abm qPCR Virus Titer Kit workflows, plus customer feedback from researchers using LV900.
Selected peer-reviewed references
LV900 Lentivirus Titer Kit
Simple, fast, and accurate protocol with helpful online titer calculator support.
Very easy to use, with titration completed in a short time.
Useful for viruses without reporter genes and easy to use across repeated workflows.
qPCR Virus Titer Kit FAQs
Answers to common questions about using abm’s qPCR and RT-qPCR viral titer kits for lentivirus, AAV, and retrovirus workflows.
Which qPCR Virus Titer Kit should I use for lentivirus?
Use LV900, the qPCR Lentivirus Titer Kit, for HIV-1-based lentivirus titration by RT-qPCR. It is designed for supernatant or concentrated virus samples and supports MOI planning.
Which kit is designed for AAV titering?
Use G931, the qPCR AAV Titer Kit, for AAV genome copy titration. The kit supports AAV workflows with primers for CMV and ITR detection.
Which kit should I use for retrovirus titration?
Use G949, the qPCR Retrovirus Titer Kit, for retroviral vector titration by RT-qPCR. It supports retroviral stock QC and downstream workflow planning.
Do the qPCR Virus Titer Kits require sample purification?
No purification step is needed, helping reduce sample preparation and handling time before qPCR or RT-qPCR setup.
How quickly can the kits provide viral titer results?
The kits are designed to provide titer results in only 1 hour, supporting faster QC decisions and downstream experiment setup.
What are the main benefits of qPCR-based viral titering?
qPCR-based viral titering helps researchers measure viral input, compare viral lots, support viral stock QC, and plan downstream transduction experiments.
Ask Which Kit Fits Your Workflow
Contact ITS BIO to choose the viral titer kit that matches your vector system and discuss your sample requirements.
Tell us about your viral vector workflow
Our team can help you select the right kit for lentivirus, AAV, or retrovirus titration.
LV900 Lentivirus G931 AAV G949 Retrovirus
Resources
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