Table 4 Costs of the Taqman PCR array per sample for mutation analysis [9], versus IonTorrent PGM analysis using the Ampliseq method for our laboratory. The major differences are due to the high cost of consumables for NGS
From: Validation of an NGS mutation detection panel for melanoma
Cost (£/sample) | PCR Array (per sample) | NGS panel (per sample) |
|---|---|---|
Cost of consumables per test | 40 | 134 |
External quality assurance | 6 | 5 |
Equipment rental and maintenance | 35 | 45 |
Staff costs | 54 | 73 |
Total per sample | 135 | 257 |