This chapter is devoted to a PCR-based method for analyzing the expression level of mature miRNAs which utilizes the TaqMan technology. Stem-loop RT-qPCR requires preparation of separate cDNA templates for each analyzed miRNA as reverse transcription occurs in the presence of a miRNA-specific stem-loop reverse primer. In quantitative analysis, SYBR Green is not used but the more sensitive TaqMan probe that on 5' end contains a covalently attached fluorophore and on 3' quencher. When quencher and fluorophore are spatially separated due to nucleolytic DNA polymerase activity, the signal is released and quantified. This section provides a detailed and comprehensive protocol allowing for the successful analysis of mature miRNA levels in analyzed sample. Reverse transcription combined with classic real-time PCR as well as ddPCR™ (Droplet Digital™ PCR) will be presented.
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