DNA Isolation

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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

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.

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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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