FAQ-2931
Do samples require pretreatment before they are loaded onto the QIAsymphony instrument?
Pretreatment can improve the nucleic acid extraction for some sample types. Viscous samples (e.g., sputum, respiratory aspirates) might require liquefaction to enable pipetting. Performance may be improved for Gram positive bacteria by pretreatment with lysozyme. Pretreatment protocols are provided in the QIAsymphony DSP Virus/Pathogen Handbook.
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QIAsymphony DSP Virus/Pathogen Kit
QIAsymphony DSP Virus/Pathogen Kits, in combination with the QIAsymphony SP, enable automated purification of viral nucleic acids and bacterial DNA from a broad range of sample materials for in vitro diagnostic use. Kits are available in mini and midi format for sample volumes of 200 μl and up to 1000 μl. Optimized protocols provide high yields of pure nucleic acids, and flexible elution volumes allow nucleic acid concentration to be easily optimized for each downstream application. Novel, prefilled reagent cartridges reduce setup time and minimize manual handling. Bar code reading enables full tracking of reagents.