Here we describe an optimized multiplex reverse transcriptase quantitative PCR (qRT-PCR) protocol in combination with a microfluidic platform as a cost and time effective high-throughput screening tool for microRNA (miRNA) expression levels, especially when working with limited amounts of sample.
Moltzahn, F., Hunkapiller, N., Mir, A. A., Imbar, T., Blelloch, R. High Throughput MicroRNA Profiling: Optimized Multiplex qRT-PCR at Nanoliter Scale on the Fluidigm Dynamic ArrayTM IFCs. J. Vis. Exp. (54), e2552, doi:10.3791/2552 (2011).