FAQ-2027
Can solid samples be processed with the QIAsymphony DNA Investigator Kit on the instrument?
No. All solid materials (e.g., swabs, blood card punches, chewing gum) must be removed completely from the lysate before performing automated extraction on the
QIAsymphony SP. The QIAshredder can be used to increase sample recovery from some solid materials. For more information, see the corresponding pretreatment protocol.
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QIAsymphony DNA Investigator Kit
The QIAsymphony DNA Investigator Kit enables automated purification of genomic DNA from 1-96 samples, such as swabs, filters, casework or crime-scene samples, and blood on the QIAsymphony SP. Purification is efficient, and purified DNA performs well in downstream analyses, such as quantitative PCR and STR analysis, with high signal-to-noise ratios. The QIAsymphony DNA Investigator Kit meets ISO 18385 requirements.
QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments
The QIAsymphony SP is a versatile nucleic acid purification instrument providing high-quality nucleic acids compatible with with most common downstream assay technologies, such as real-time PCR, digital PCR, and next generation sequencing (NGS). The large range of a dedicated QIAsymphony kits enables optimized purification of genomic DNA, cell-free circulating DNA, RNA, bacterial and viral nucleic acids from a wide range of starting materials. The QIAsymphony AS extends the capabilities of the QIAsymphony SP by integrating automated PCR assay setup, which, in combination with the Rotor-Gene Q and QIAGEN real-time and end-point PCR kits, enables you to optimize your PCR workflow and maximize your efficiency.
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