The Illumina NextSeq 550 is a flexible, mid-throughput next-generation sequencer designed for a wide range of genomic applications. It uses two-channel Sequencing by Synthesis chemistry to generate high-quality short-read data with read lengths up to 2 × 150 bp. The system supports whole-exome sequencing, RNA-seq, targeted panels, and small-genome sequencing. With interchangeable Mid-Output and High-Output flow cells, it can produce 16–120 Gb per run, making it suitable for medium-scale projects. A key advantage is its built-in array scanning capability, enabling genotyping and methylation analysis. Overall, the NextSeq 550 provides reliable performance, flexibility, and efficient workflows.

| Manufacturer | Illumina | Funding Source | |
| Model | Miseq | Whether the equipment service can be provided to external researchers/institutions | Yes |
| Manufactured Year | 0000 | Availability of Technically Competent Staff | Yes |
| HS Code | Instrument Condition | Functioning well | |
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| Vendor Contact | InstrumentPrice | 0.00 | |
| Vendor Url | Stage of the Record | Completed | |
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| Institute | Sri Lanka Institute of Biotechnology |
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| Department | Molecular Diagnostics and Vaccine |
| Laboratory | Instrumentation Core Facility |
| Contact Person Name | Dr Tharangika Bowange |
| tharangika.bowange@slibtec.gov.lk | |
| Phone Number | 0713028463 |
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| Product Category | Next-Generation Sequencing |
| Sub Category | Whole-genome sequencing, Whole-exome sequencing, Targeted sequencing, RNA sequencing, Epigenetic/chromatin sequencing, Single-cell sequencing, Metagenomic sequencing, Spatial transcriptomics |
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| Description | |
| Relevant Instruments | Miseq, NextSeq 550 |
| Technical Specification | System Specifications
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| Number of samples per cycle | 0 |
| Number of samples per day | 0 |
| Total usage hour per day | 0 |