ForensicGEM Universal 500

MicroGEM’s forensicGEM Universal kit is the perfect solution for forensic sample processing where speed, sample size and sample integrity are critical. Our temperature-controlled extraction process allows for lysis without purification. It uses a novel cocktail of temperature-dependent enzymes rather than detergents and reducing agents, such as SDS, mercaptoethonol,  and DTT, that inhibit qPCR and STR analysis.
Hands-free, single-tube processing means DNA yields are maintained, processing time is quick, and opportunities for contamination are minimized. This is the perfect approach for processing high volumes of samples when quick turnaround is critical and when DNA extraction from small volume forensic samples is required.

Simplified, hands-off workflow provides STR, PCR and qPCR-ready DNA in 15 minutes

No purification steps makes it possible to extract DNA in very small volumes

Quick sample prep frees up technician time, reduces lab costs, and speeds up response time

Reduced handling protects the integrity of the sample

Compatible with existing thermal cyclers, making it easy to automate for quick DNA extractions.

Single tube processing results in significant reductions in the cost of consumables and hazardous/plastic waste

High throughput laboratories for paternity,  forensics, and genetic testing frequently process thousands of buccal per year. Most sample preparation methods are difficult to automate and,  when automated,  consume vast amounts of pipette tips and other consumables not included in the extraction kits. The extraction chemistries often require very specialized robotics and consumables.
forensicGEM Universal is ideal for high throughput processing of buccal swabs on a laboratory’s existing thermal cycler, requiring only a small cutting from the sample. Single-step, closed tube processing enables high automation, rapid lysis, and efficient extraction. This approach has been proven in labs processing over 10, 000 samples per year.