Description
The Smyrna Bioscience Viral DNA/RNA Extraction Kit is a high-performance, magnetic bead–based purification system designed for the efficient isolation of viral DNA and RNA from a wide range of clinical, research, and environmental samples.
Engineered for maximum sensitivity and inhibitor removal, this kit delivers high-quality viral nucleic acids suitable for downstream molecular applications, including RT-qPCR, qPCR, and sequencing-based research assays. The chemistry is optimized for low viral load samples and is compatible with manual workflows and automated magnetic extraction platforms.
Viral Sample Compatibility
The kit is optimized for extraction of viral DNA and RNA from diverse sample types, including:
Respiratory & Swab Samples
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Nasal, nasopharyngeal, and oropharyngeal swabs
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Saliva
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Buccal swabs
Liquid Clinical Samples
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Plasma and serum
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Whole blood (post-processing)
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Urine
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Sputum
Environmental & Research Samples
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Surface and environmental swabs
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Viral transport media samples
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Cell culture supernatants
Transport & Preservation Media Compatibility
Designed to perform reliably across commonly used viral collection 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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Inactivation and stabilization buffers
The chemistry is tolerant of detergents, chaotropic agents, and common PCR inhibitors, ensuring consistent viral nucleic acid recovery.
Key Features
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Simultaneous Viral DNA & RNA Isolation – Single-workflow extraction
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Magnetic Bead–Based Chemistry – High recovery and clean purification
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Optimized for Low Viral Loads – Enhanced sensitivity for detection workflows
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Efficient Inhibitor Removal – Improved downstream assay performance
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Automation-Ready – Compatible with magnetic racks and automated platforms
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Scalable Throughput – Low- to high-throughput processing
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Consistent Performance – Reproducible results across viral sample types
Kit Components:
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Viral 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
Applications
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Viral DNA extraction
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Viral RNA extraction
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RT-qPCR and qPCR research workflows
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Viral surveillance research
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Assay development and validation
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Molecular virology research
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Sequencing-based viral analysis
Performance Benefits
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High viral nucleic acid recovery
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Low inhibitor carryover
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Improved sensitivity for downstream assays
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Reliable results from diverse viral matrices
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Reduced hands-on time with magnetic separation
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 viral extraction kits are designed with real-world viral workflows in mind, emphasizing universality, sensitivity, and workflow flexibility. This Viral DNA/RNA Extraction Kit integrates seamlessly with Smyrna’s magnetic beads, Proteinase K solutions, consumables, and qPCR platforms, providing a complete and scalable viral nucleic acid preparation ecosystem.
