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FAQ: What primer should I use with Induro Reverse Transcriptase? Can I spike in gene-specific primers to the cDNA reaction?

For cDNA synthesis from RNAs with a poly(A) tail, the Oligo d(T)23 VN (NEB #S1327) is recommended. If desired, a longer dT oligo can be used. Alternatively, a gene-specific primer can be used in the cDNA reaction in place of the poly(dT) oligo. Addition of a gene-specific primer to the cDNA reaction may slightly increase the cDNA yield of the specific target.  

For RNA templates without a poly(A) tail, gene-specific primers or random primers can be used for cDNA synthesis.