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PCR Kits for cobas®

PCR kits for the Roche cobas® omni utility channel

UC-TIB kits are ready-to-use PCR kits for the Roche cobas® omni utility channel on cobas® 5800, 6800, and 8800 Systems. The kits provide primer and probe sets for pre-defined panels targeting pathogens or selected genetic markers in automated, high throughput PCR workflows.

Each UC-TIB kit includes a positive control and contains 192 reactions. Across the UC-TIB portfolio, more than 40 kits are available, together covering 90+ pathogen and genetic marker targets. 




UC-TIB (CE-IVD) for in-vitro diagnostics


UC-TIB kits (CE-IVD) are designed for routine molecular diagnostics. They support laboratories with ready-to-use real-time PCR assays for clinically relevant panels, combining rapid PCR setup with scalable testing workflows.

CE-IVD: European Certificate for In Vitro Diagnostic Use. Assay menu may vary based on availability in your country.


UC-TIB (RUO) for research use


The UC-TIB (RUO) portfolio includes kits for research applications. These assays support large-scale studies using pre-configured panels for emerging pathogens and selected genetic markers. Applications include outbreak surveillance, epidemiological studies, and target investigation.

Research Use Only. Not for diagnostic use. Assay menu may vary based on availability in your country.

At a glance: key advantages of UC-TIB kits


  • Ready-to-use PCR kits for the Roche cobas® omni utility channel
  • Pre-defined panels with 90+ total targets for pathogens and selected genetic markers
  • Efficient 6-step, 6-minute PCR setup
  • High-throughput PCR workflow format
  • Positive control included
  • Compatible with Roche cobas® 5800, 6800, and 8800 Systems

Ordering Information


All UC-TIB kits are available exclusively through your local Roche affiliate.

About the Roche cobas® omni utility channel


The cobas® omni utility channel is the open-channel feature of Roche cobas® 5800, 6800, and 8800 Systems. 

It enables the use of research assays, and laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) on the cobas® systems. This format allows laboratories to expand automated PCR testing workflows on Roche cobas® systems without requiring separate instruments.​

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