Single-cell RNA-seq enables researchers to study how gene expression patterns vary within cell populations. Takara Bio has developed robust tools for performing RNA-seq on individual cells isolated in Fluidigm’s integrated fluidic circuit (IFC) system. The sensitive SMARTer chemistry of our ultra-low input kits paired with the high-throughput automation capability of the Fluidigm C1 system offer high-resolution insights for transcriptome analysis.