The Flex caddy allows the Heater-Shaker GEN1 to be installed on the Opentrons Flex deck and sit below the deck, enabling below-deck cable routing and labware placed on top of modules to remain closer to the deck surface. The calibration adapter is used to calibrate the location of the Heater-Shaker. Caddies and calibration adapters are specific to the type of module.
Note: This item does not include the Heater-Shaker. The module is available with or without the Flex Caddy and Calibration tool: Heater-Shaker Module GEN1
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The Flex caddy allows the Heater-Shaker GEN1 to be installed on the Opentrons Flex deck and sit below the deck, enabling below-deck cable routing and labware placed on top of modules to remain closer to the deck surface. The calibration adapter is used to calibrate the location of the Heater-Shaker. Caddies and calibration adapters are specific to the type of module.
Note: This item does not include the Heater-Shaker. The module is available with or without the Flex Caddy and Calibration tool: Heater-Shaker Module GEN1
The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) is a ready-to-use reagent with all the essential components for quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) except primers and template. The master mix features high sensitivity and signal intensity as well as low background and better compatibility with cDNA templates derived directly from reverse transcription reaction mixture. The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) contains hot-start Taq polymerase in an optimized buffer with dsDNA specific SYBR green fluorescent dye. This master mix allows for sensitive, precise amplification, real-time tracking of the amplification process, and simultaneous quantification for targeted DNA molecules. With inert smart blue contrast dye, the ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) is ready-to-use and greatly reduces pipetting errors, while largely improving the reproducibility of the process. The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix is also compatible with a ROX reference dye if recommended by the manufacturer of the qPCR system.
Features
High sensitivity and signal intensity
Smart blue contrast dye as a visual aid for reaction setup
Better compatibility for reverse transcription
Low background
Storage
Protected from light. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles. -20°C for 12 months
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The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) is a ready-to-use reagent with all the essential components for quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) except primers and template. The master mix features high sensitivity and signal intensity as well as low background and better compatibility with cDNA templates derived directly from reverse transcription reaction mixture. The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) contains hot-start Taq polymerase in an optimized buffer with dsDNA specific SYBR green fluorescent dye. This master mix allows for sensitive, precise amplification, real-time tracking of the amplification process, and simultaneous quantification for targeted DNA molecules. With inert smart blue contrast dye, the ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix (SYBR, no ROX) is ready-to-use and greatly reduces pipetting errors, while largely improving the reproducibility of the process. The ExcelTaq™ 2X Q-PCR Master Mix is also compatible with a ROX reference dye if recommended by the manufacturer of the qPCR system.
Isolate DNA from a wide range of food materials. (e.g boiled, fluid, processed or raw food products)
No hazardous chemicals required (e.g. phenol or chloroform)
Effective lysis with Proteinase K and optional lysozyme treatment
Fast (less than 15 minutes hands-on time) and convenient processing using a rapid spin-column format
Wide compatibility with a variety of food products for GMO-DNA isolation
Universal protocol for food related pathogen DNA isolation (Gram positive and Gram negative)
This kit provides a rapid spin column method for the isolation and purification of total DNA from a wide range of food samples originating from animals or plants. The kit is designed for identification of GMO-DNA or animal components in food and feed and can be used for a wide range of starting materials including raw or processed food, meat, liquids, sauces and dairy products including milk, cheese and yogurt.
This kit also provides a convenient method for the detection of food-related pathogens and will isolate such DNA (enriched or as is) including Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, yeast and fungi which may contaminate food sources. A number of pathogens have been tested including E. coli O157:H7, Staphylococcus, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica & Campylobacter jejuni. The purified DNA is of the highest integrity, and can be used in a number of downstream applications including PCR based detection, sequencing and genotyping.
Maximum Amount of Starting Material: Solid food material Liquid sample (e.g. milk or concentrated juice)
200 mg 1 mL to 1.5 mL
Time to Complete 10 Purifications
45 minutes
Storage Conditions and Product Stability All solutions should be kept tightly sealed and stored at room temperature. This kit is stable for 1 year after the date of shipment. The kit contains a ready-to-use Proteinase K, which is dissolved in a specially prepared storage buffer. The buffered Proteinase K is stable for up to 1 year after the date of shipment when stored at room temperature.
Samples Tested by PCR
Food Materials
Samples that Have Been Tested by PCR
Plant related
Cereal, Jam, Chocolate, Spices, Sauce
Animal related
Raw and processed meat products (e.g. ham, beef jerky, taco seasoned ground beef, pork and sausage)
Dairy product
Milk, Yogurt, Cheese
Pathogens (enriched from food samples)
E. coli O157:H7 from food sample Staphylococcus from milk Listeria monocytogenes from milk Salmonella enterica from raw meat Campylobacter jejuni from milk
