Description
The Smyrna Bioscience DNA/RNA Extraction Kit is a universal, magnetic bead–based purification system designed for the efficient isolation of high-quality DNA and RNA from a broad range of biological samples and transport media.
Engineered for maximum flexibility, this kit delivers consistent yield, high purity, and inhibitor-free nucleic acids across diverse sample types, making it ideal for pathogen detection, molecular research, assay development, and high-throughput workflows.
The kit is compatible with manual processing and automated magnetic extraction platforms, supporting seamless integration into modern laboratory environments.
Universal Sample Compatibility
This kit is optimized for extraction of DNA and RNA from a wide variety of sample types, including but not limited to:
Clinical & Biological Samples
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Whole blood
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Serum and plasma
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Saliva
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Buccal swabs
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Nasal, nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal swabs
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Vaginal, cervical, rectal, and wound swabs
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Urine
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Stool / fecal samples
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Sputum
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Tissue samples
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Cultured cells
Microbial & Environmental Samples
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Bacterial cultures (Gram-positive & Gram-negative)
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Fungal samples
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Yeast
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Viral samples
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Environmental swabs
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Water and surface samples
Broad Media Compatibility
Designed to perform reliably across common transport and preservation media, including:
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Viral Transport Media (VTM)
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Universal Transport Media (UTM)
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Molecular transport media
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Saline and PBS
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Amies and Stuart transport media
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Lysis buffers and stabilization solutions
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Culture media (post-inactivation)
The chemistry is optimized to tolerate detergents, chaotropic salts, and common inhibitors, ensuring reliable extraction even from complex matrices.
Key Features
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Simultaneous DNA & RNA Isolation – Single workflow for total nucleic acids
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Magnetic Bead–Based Chemistry – High recovery and clean purification
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Universal Sample & Media Compatibility – Minimal protocol changes
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Efficient Inhibitor Removal – Cleaner downstream performance
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Automation-Ready – Compatible with magnetic racks and automated platforms
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Scalable Workflow – Low- to high-throughput processing
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Consistent Performance – Reliable results across sample types
Kit Components:
- Enzyme Mix
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Lysis / Binding Buffer
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Magnetic Beads for Nucleic Acid Extraction
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Wash Buffers
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Elution Buffer
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Proteinase K Solution (if applicable)
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Proteinase K Buffer (if applicable)
Applications
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DNA extraction
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RNA extraction
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Pathogen detection workflows
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Molecular diagnostics research (RUO)
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qPCR and RT-qPCR sample preparation
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NGS library preparation
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Microbiome and AMR research
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Assay development and validation
Performance Benefits
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High nucleic acid yield and purity
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Low inhibitor carryover for sensitive downstream assays
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Reproducible results across diverse samples
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Reduced hands-on time with magnetic separation
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Flexible workflow design for multi-sample labs
Storage & Handling
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Store kit components as specified per reagent
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Magnetic beads: 2–8 °C, do not freeze
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Buffers: Room temperature unless otherwise stated
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Mix beads thoroughly before use
Regulatory Status
Research Use Only (RUO)
Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Why Choose Smyrna Bioscience?
Smyrna Bioscience extraction kits are developed with a focus on universality, flexibility, and real-world laboratory needs. This DNA/RNA Extraction Kit integrates seamlessly with Smyrna’s Proteinase K solutions, magnetic beads, deep-well plates, magnetic combs, and qPCR workflows, enabling a complete, scalable nucleic acid preparation ecosystem.
