BGISEQ-500 Sequencing

**Semantic type:** Molecular Biology Research Technique

**Definition:** A proprietary next-generation DNA sequencing system from BGI Genomics using combinatorial Probe-Anchor Synthesis (cPAS) and improved DNA Nanoballs (DNB) technology. The cPAS chemistry works by incorporating a fluorescent probe to a DNA anchor on the DNB, followed by high-resolution digital imaging.

**Synonyms:** - BGISEQ - BGISEQ-500 Sequencing Technology