A 'Melt Curve' analysis is typically performed at the end of a qPCR run using SYBR Green to:
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Correct answer: Verify the PCR product's purity and specificity
A melt curve plots the dissociation of DNA as temperature increases. A single, sharp peak indicates a specific product, while multiple peaks suggest the presence of primer dimers or non-specific amplification.
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