Automated DNA isolation

Automated DNA isolation workflows remove manual steps, reduce overall processing time, and help enable the consistent extraction and purification of DNA, RNA, proteins, and cells. This technique requires the use of KingFisher Sample Purification System and a kit optimized for your sample type.

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MagMAX Viral/Pathogen Nucleic Acid Isolation Kit
  • Kit designed to recover RNA and DNA from virus and gram-negative bacteria in samples such as blood, swabs, urine, and viral transport media (VTM)
  • Automation-ready protocols designed for the KingFisher Flex and KingFisher Duo Prime systems
  • Fast procedure allows for 96 samples to be processed in <30 min
  • Flexible protocol accommodates sample volume inputs from 200 µL to 2 mL of biofluids or transfer media
  • No need for carrier RNA
  • Elution volumes ranging from 50 to 100 µL
MagMax DNA Multi-Sample Ultra 2.0 Kit
A36570
  • Process 6–96 samples in 45 minutes with 5 minutes hands-on time
  • Isolate gDNA from 50 µL–2 mL of sample using a simple protocol in SBS microtiter plates
  • Skip sample and buffer volume normalization steps for hassle-free processing
MagMAX DNA Multi-Sample Ultra Kit 2.0
  • Automatable magnetic bead–based sample preparation technology for the isolation of genomic DNA (gDNA) from 50 µL to 2 mL of whole blood, saliva, buffy coat, and buccal swabs
  • Process 6–96 samples in 45 min with 5 min hands-on time
  • Isolate gDNA from 50 µL–2 mL of sample using a simple protocol in SBS microtiter plates
  • Skip sample and buffer volume normalization steps for hassle-free processing
  • Download validated BindIt software automation scripts for KingFisher Duo Prime and Flex purification systems
  • Automation-friendly stand-alone MagMAX DNA Multi-Sample Ultra 2.0 reagent bottle options available
MagMAX FFPE DNA/RNA Ultra Kit

 

  • Designed for sequential isolation of DNA and RNA from the same formaldehyde- or paraformaldehyde-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue sample
  • Flexible design that permits both manual and automated isolation of RNA and DNA
  • Minimal requirement of 5 µm section or curl input
  • Capable of processing 40 µm FFPE sections or curls; greater than 40 µm sections can be processed with an alternative protocol
MagMAX Plant DNA Isolation Kit

 

  • Versatile—suitable for most plant types and parts, including woody, polyphenol-rich, and lignified samples
  • High DNA yields—compared to traditional CTAB method
  • High quality—isolates high-integrity DNA, free of inhibitors and RNA contamination
  • Flexible—easily adjustable for high-throughput automation platforms and manual processing
MagMAX DNA Multi-Sample Ultra Kit 2.0

 

  • Automatable magnetic bead–based sample preparation technology for the isolation of genomic DNA (gDNA) from 50 µL to 2 mL of whole blood, saliva, buffy coat, and buccal swabs
  • Process 6–96 samples in 45 min with 5 min hands-on time
  • Isolate gDNA from 50 µL–2 mL of sample using a simple protocol in SBS microtiter plates
MagMAX Viral/Pathogen Nucleic Acid Isolation Kit

 

  • Kit designed to recover RNA and DNA from virus and gram-negative bacteria in samples such as blood, swabs, urine, and viral transport media (VTM)
  • Automation-ready protocols designed for the KingFisher Flex and KingFisher Duo Prime systems
  • Fast procedure allows for 96 samples to be processed in <30 min

Looking for a different product? See all DNA isolation products in our catalog.

Manual DNA isolation

Isolation and purification of DNA requires care with liquid handling steps such as reagent, antibody, target capture, washes, and elution. Using a preconfigured kit that’s optimized for your sample type can improve results and ease the process.  

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GeneJET Viral DNA/RNA Purification Kit
  • Efficient purification of viral DNA and RNA from human and mammalian plasma, serum, blood, and cell-free samples
  • Linear yields from a wide range of viral titers
  • Tested with a variety of DNA and RNA viruses (HIV, HBV, HCV, HPV, CMV, EBV)
  • Downstream compatibility with (RT)-PCR, (RT)-qPCR, and other nucleic acid–based assays
GeneJET Genomic DNA Purification Kit
  • Efficient—high yields of high–molecular weight genomic DNA
  • Fast—20 min procedure following cell lysis
  • Convenient—spin columns are capped and assembled with collection tube
GeneJET FFPE DNA Purification Kit

 

  • High-quality DNA—suitable for PCR and qPCR
  • Fast—procedure can be completed within 2 hr
  • Safe—non-toxic solvents
  • Efficient—yields up to 8 µg of purified DNA

 

GeneJET Plant Genomic DNA Purification Kit

 

  • Fast—procedure completed in 30 min following cell lysis
  • Convenient—protocol does not include clogging-prone lysate filtration step
  • High yield—up to 32 µg of high-quality DNA from 100 mg sample, including nuclear, mitochondrial, and chloroplast DNA
  • Compatible—use with a wide variety of samples (leaves, roots, sprouts, and other parts of various plants)
GeneJET Genomic DNA Purification Kit

 

  • Efficient—high yields of high–molecular weight genomic DNA
  • Fast—20-min procedure following cell lysis
  • Convenient—spin columns are capped and assembled with collection tube

 

GeneJET Viral DNA/RNA Purification Kit

 

  • Efficient purification of viral DNA and RNA from human and mammalian plasma, serum, blood, and cell-free samples
  • Linear yields from a wide range of viral titers
  • Tested with a variety of DNA and RNA viruses (HIV, HBV, HCV, HPV, CMV, EBV)
  • Downstream compatibility with (RT)-PCR, (RT)-qPCR, and other nucleic acid–based assays
GeneJET Whole Blood Genomic DNA Purification Mini Kit
  • Fast—20-min procedure following cell lysis
  • Convenient—spin columns are capped and assembled with collection tubes
  • Pure—DNA pure from enzyme inhibitors, RNA and proteins; ready to use for all demanding applications and validated in real-time PCR, endpoint PCR, multiplex PCR, and restriction enzyme digests
  • Compatible—suitable for wide variety of samples like fresh or frozen anticoagulated mammalian blood (treated with EDTA, citrate or heparin), aged blood, buffy coat, bone marrow, and body fluids
GeneJET Genomic DNA Purification Kit

 

  • Efficient—high yields of high–molecular weight genomic DNA
  • Fast—20-min procedure following cell lysis
  • Convenient—spin columns are capped and assembled with collection tube

 

GeneJET Genomic DNA Purification Kit
  • Efficient—high yields of high–molecular weight genomic DNA
  • Fast—20 min procedure following cell lysis
  • Convenient—spin columns are capped and assembled with collection tube

Pro tip

Using an automated system like a KingFisher system can save time.  Learn more.

 

 

 

Need more information?

To learn more tips and tricks about polymerase chain reaction (PCR) techniques while exploring the full range of products available, see 5 steps to efficient PCR.

 

 

 

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