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Breakable Swabs: For Automated Systems

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The Breakable Swab Handle is designed for easy and efficient DNA collection, offering compatibility with automated extraction workstations. This feature allows for seamless integration into high-throughput forensic laboratories where rapid and consistent DNA processing is required. The swab handle can be easily snapped into smaller sections for easier handling and extraction, making it ideal for both field and laboratory use. With a focus on efficiency and contamination prevention, this swab is a perfect choice for environments requiring precise DNA analysis.

Key Features:

  1. Breakable Handle Design: The swab handle can be snapped off at specific points, allowing for easy manipulation and optimal sample extraction.

  2. Automated Extraction Compatibility: Specifically designed to work with automated DNA extraction systems, improving efficiency and consistency in high-throughput labs.

  3. Sterile and Safe: Each swab is individually sterile-packed to prevent contamination, ensuring the collection of high-quality DNA.

  4. Durable and Flexible: The swab handle is strong and flexible, making it easy to collect samples from various surfaces without compromising the integrity of the swab.

  5. Cost-Effective: The breakable design makes it cost-efficient by reducing material waste, and allows for easier storage and transportation.

Operational Use:

  1. Prepare the Swab: Open the sterile packaging and inspect the swab handle for any damage.

  2. Collect the Sample: Use the swab to collect DNA from the target surface, applying gentle pressure to ensure optimal DNA transfer.

  3. Break the Handle: Snap off the handle at the designated break point for easier sample extraction, if necessary.

  4. Place in Extraction System: Insert the swab into the automated extraction workstation for DNA processing.

  5. Store and Transport: Store the collected sample in a sterile container and transport it to the lab for analysis.

Scope:
This breakable swab handle is ideal for forensic labs, police investigations, medical facilities, and any environment where high-quality DNA samples need to be collected and processed using automated systems.

Automated Extraction Compatible Flocked Swabs

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Automated Extraction Compatible Flocked Swabs are engineered for seamless integration with DNA extraction systems, ensuring optimal sample recovery and efficient automation in forensic, clinical, and research labs. The flocked tip design maximizes DNA yield, and the swabs are specifically designed to work flawlessly with automated systems, streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity in sample processing.

Key Features:

  1. Automated Extraction Compatibility: Specifically designed for compatibility with automated DNA extraction systems, reducing manual handling and increasing lab throughput.

  2. Flocked Tip for Maximum DNA Recovery: The flocked nylon fibers ensure optimal collection of DNA from various surfaces, improving sample yield and quality.

  3. Sterile and Contamination-Free: Each swab is individually sterile packaged to prevent contamination and maintain the integrity of the sample until use.

  4. Ideal for High-Throughput Labs: Perfect for forensic labs, medical diagnostics, and research facilities where automation and efficiency are critical for DNA sample processing.

  5. Reliable for PCR and Other DNA Tests: These swabs are fully compatible with PCR and other DNA analysis methods, ensuring high-quality results.

Operational Use:

  1. Open Sterile Package: Open the sterile packaging carefully to prevent contamination of the swab.

  2. Collect DNA: Use the flocked swab to collect biological material, ensuring complete contact for maximum DNA recovery.

  3. Place in Extraction System: The swab is designed for easy transfer to automated extraction systems for streamlined sample processing.

  4. Transport and Analyze: After extraction, transport the DNA sample for PCR analysis or other forensic testing.

Scope:
Automated Extraction Compatible Flocked Swabs are ideal for use in high-throughput environments such as forensic labs, clinical diagnostics, and research institutions, where automation enhances sample processing efficiency.

Foldable Swab Sticks for Automated Extraction Workstations

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Foldable swab sticks are designed for seamless use with automated DNA extraction workstations. The flexible design allows easy insertion into instruments while maintaining sample integrity. Ideal for blood, saliva, hair, and touch DNA, these swabs maximize recovery of high-purity DNA suitable for PCR, sequencing, and genotyping. Individually packaged to prevent contamination, they support trace, minimal, or degraded samples. Perfect for forensic laboratories, crime scene analysis, and research requiring automated, reproducible DNA extraction workflows.

Key Features:

  • Foldable design compatible with automated workstations

  • Maximizes DNA recovery for PCR and sequencing

  • Individually packaged to prevent contamination

  • Effective for trace, minimal, or degraded samples

Application Scope:

  • Automated forensic DNA extraction

  • Crime scene and trace sample analysis

  • Cold-case investigations and laboratory research

  • Clinical and genetic studies