New Kit Increases Microbial DNA Release from Swabs for PCR Analysis

MO BIO Laboratories, Inc., have launched the UltraClean®-htp 96 Well Swab DNA Kit, which is designed for rapid mechanical lysis of microbial cells from low biomass and low inhibitor containing swabs, paper or filter paper for direct application to PCR for metagenomic analysis.

The UltraClean®-htp 96 Well Swab DNA Kit is a unique product that enables rapid, 10 minute release of microbial DNA from swabs for immediate PCR analysis.

Features of the UltraClean®-htp 96 Well Swab DNA Kit include:

• Rapid protocol - Release microbial DNA from up to 96 swabs in just 10 minutes


• Bead based homogenization - Increases DNA release in low biomass samples and ensures unbiased microbial DNA representation


• Ready to use - Solution can be applied directly to PCR for metagenomic analysis


• Flexible - Works with any PCR enzyme and master mix


• Clean - Reagents are certified free of contaminants that may influence PCR results

The UltraClean®-htp 96 Well Swab DNA Kit is available now.