Primerdesign exsig Mag RapidBead Pro Extraction Kit

Primerdesign (part of the Novacyt Group) has launched its exsig Mag RapidBead Pro Extraction Kit — a next-generation, magnetic bead-based kit that can be used to extract high-quality DNA and RNA from diverse sample types. The streamlined and adaptable protocol enables efficient nucleic acid purification, helping researchers to move quickly from sample to PCR testing, without compromising on yield and purity.

The kit’s magnetic bead extraction technology has been optimised for simplicity, producing quality extractions with a refined workflow for both manual and automated platforms. The surface-activated magnetic particles are specifically designed to capture nucleic acids with high affinity and, combined with a single wash step, allow efficient removal of impurities present in the sample matrix. The nucleic acid is then eluted and ready for use in downstream real-time PCR applications.

The simple four-step workflow is designed to reduce hands-on time compared to traditional methods, lowering the risk of contamination and providing users with a refined workflow to extract DNA and RNA in less than 20 min. The kit can be used with various matrices, including human samples as well as veterinary, water, food and environmental material. It is also suitable for challenging sample types, including stool and serum, and efficiently isolates genetic material from RNA viruses, as well as both Gram-positive and -negative bacteria.

Available for research use only, the kit comes in two sizes to complement Primerdesign’s genesig qPCR kit range, supporting varying throughput requirements. Together, these provide a complete, end-to-end solution that supports consistent qPCR testing with high sensitivity, helping researchers to have confidence in their results.