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Archer™ NGS technology

Archer next generation sequencing (NGS) technology offers flexible assay solutions compatible with a range of sample types (FFPE, frozen, cytology, FNA, blood), nucleic acid inputs (DNA, RNA, ctDNA), and variant classes (SNVs, indels, CNVs, MSI, TMB). It also enables easier adoption, training, and sustained use across multiple panels.

Patented Anchored Multiplex PCR (AMP™) chemistry

Archer NGS assay solutions are powered by AMP chemistry—engineered for accurate and comprehensive detection of clinically relevant genomic alterations.

  • Enables identification of fusions without prior knowledge of partner or breakpoint
  • Supports SNVs, indels, CNVs, and expression profiling in a single assay
  • Optimized for challenging sample types, including FFPE and low-input material
Confident detection with AMP
MBC Adapter. Representation of MBC adapter with each region and utility described.
Variant detection

Confident detection with AMP

AMP chemistry in Archer assay solutions uses Molecular Barcode Adapters (UMIs) for error correction, multiplexing, and sample tracking. A universal primer site enables novel fusion detection and sensitive amplification of degraded samples in solid tumor and blood cancer research.

Customized panel content with AMP
Flexible panel design

Customized panel content with AMP

AMP primers in Archer NGS assay solutions function independently, allowing easy customization of panel content without sacrificing performance. Primer and coverage uniformity, along with on-target rates, remain high—even as primer pool size scales across small to large panels.

FFPE & cfDNA ready

Extensive input compatibility

AMP chemistry in Archer NGS assay solutions enhances sensitivity for low-allelic fraction variants, even with degraded DNA, RNA, or ctDNA. Its design supports FFPE and other low-quality inputs common in solid tumor research.

Streamlined Archer workflow

Archer NGS library preparation is simple, fast, and designed to minimize potential user errors for your lab.

  • Engineered to reduce user error with intuitive protocols and minimal hands-on time
  • Choose from lyophilized reagents in breakaway 8-tube strips for small runs or 96-well plates for high-throughput workflows
  • Parallel processing and sample indexing allow all Archer NGS libraries to be sequenced together, maximizing lab efficiency

Parallel workflows

Parallel workflows

Parallel workflows for Archer research assay solutions—VARIANTPlex™, FUSIONPlex™, LIQUIDPlex™, and IMMUNOVerse™: Library prep, sequencing, and analysis follow similar protocols, enabling lab efficiencies and streamlined NGS workflows.

Flexible formats:
Archer NGS library prep supports lyophilized reagents in breakaway 8-tube strips for small runs or 96-well plates for high-throughput workflows. Liquid reagents are also available in 24- and 96-reaction kits.

Efficient workflows:
Archer NGS enables parallel library prep and sample indexing, allowing all libraries to be sequenced together—streamlining operations and maximizing lab efficiency.

User-friendly Archer Analysis

Archer Analysis is a powerful bioinformatics platform designed to streamline data interpretation across all Archer NGS assay solutions, available as a hosted or local solution.

  • Integrated QC metrics, error correction, and read statistics ensure reliable results
  • Visualized data and customizable PDF reports simplify interpretation
  • Supports LIMS, third-party annotations, and local databases
Streamlined data analysis
Archer Analysis automatically deduplicates reads. One of the automated QC functions in Archer Analysis is the consolidation of duplicate reads into a single, error-corrected consensus read.
Confident calls

Streamlined data analysis

Archer Analysis delivers confident, clear results with integrated QC metrics, error correction, and visualized outputs. Easily connect with LIMS or third-party annotations, and generate customizable reports to streamline your Archer NGS data interpretation.

Missing insights?

Fusions drive up to 40% of soft tissue sarcomas. Learn how Archer NGS AMP™ technology overcomes FFPE challenges to improve fusion detection and CGP accuracy.

Contact us

Explore how Archer NGS can streamline your workflow with customizable assays and flexible formats. Request a consultation to tailor a solution for your lab’s unique needs.

Frequently asked questions

Archer Analysis is available as an IDT-hosted SaaS product ("Archer Analysis Unlimited") or as locally-installed virtual machine. Archer Analysis Unlimited is designed to get labs up and running quickly, with no need to purchase server hardware or other IT resources. The Archer Analysis virtual machine is designed for labs with available IT resources and hardware in their institution. IDT Sales Managers can help you pick the right version of software for your lab.

References

Zheng Z, Liebers M, Zhelyazkova B, et al. Anchored multiplex PCR for targeted next-generation sequencing. Nat Med. 2014;20(12):1479-1484. doi:10.1038/nm.3729