HID Sample Collection Devices: NUCLEIC-CARD

Specifically designed to collect, transport, and archive human DNA

The NUCLEIC-CARD is an easy-to-use device for collection, preservation and long-term storage of nucleic acids. The NUCLEIC-CARD matrix is chemically treated to enable cell lysis and protein denaturation. Nucleic acids are immobilized and preserved for long-term storage at room temperature1.

1. Shown with accelerated stability studies.

Features

  • Chemically treated NUCLEIC-CARD matrix for cell lysis and protein denaturation
  • Enables direct PCR amplification from a card punch, eliminating extraction steps
  • Facilitates high quality STR profiles with Applied Biosystems direct PCR amplification kits
  • Prevents growth of microorganisms to enable long-term room temperature storage
  • ISO18385 Certified free of DNase, RNase, and amplifiable human DNA
  • Easily automated with the Applied Biosystems Card Processing Automation 200 (CPA200), a semi-automated puncher designed to minimize manual handling and maximize sample integrity
  • Available in a variety of configurations

Applications

Reference samples 

The establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive DNA reference sample database are essential for effective crime investigation and identification of individuals. NUCLEIC-CARD is widely used for DNA collection in forensic database workflows, offering numerous advantages, including

  • Ease of collection
  • Preservation of DNA integrity
  • Efficient analysis

Product configuration

  • Every NUCLEIC-CARD is identified with a pre-printed barcode
  • ISO 18385:2016 compliant

Available designs

  • 1 spot (indicating and non-indicating)
  • 2 spots (indicating and non-indicating)
  • 4 spots (indicating and non-indicating)
  • 1 spot framed indicating w/cleaning area
  • 1 spot framed

Ordering information

These HID sample collection solutions are manufactured by Copan and distributed globally by Thermo Fisher Scientific.

 

For Research, Forensic or Paternity Use Only.  Not for use in diagnostic procedures.