For GC-rich targets or amplifications of long sequences (>10 kb), a two-step PCR protocol is recommended. The cycling process is divided into three main stages: denaturation, annealing, and extension.For a longer product increase reverse-transcription time and the PCR extension time. Hi, I put my PCR tubes in and forgot to press enter in order to start it. The polymerase extends the primers in the 5' to 3' direction. For standard PCR, scientists generally design amplicons to be between 200–1000 bp. For quantitative PCR, standard amplicons range from 75–150 bp. Final Extension for 5 minutes at 72°C: A final extension to fill-in any protruding ends of the newly synthesized strands. If the volume is small, waiting for more than a few seconds is simply a waste of time. Amplify up to 5 kb fragments from purified plant DNA extracted using commercial kits or CTAB-based methods.