Opentrons Flex Magnetic Block (GEN 1) is a 96-well magnetic well plate holder containing static ring magnets, specifically designed for use with the Flex Robot. Use it with the Flex Gripper and skirted 96-well PCR or deep-well plates to facilitate quick and efficient separation using magnetic beads. This module is not compatible with the OT-2.
Opentrons Flex Magnetic Block (GEN 1) is a 96-well magnetic well plate holder containing static ring magnets, specifically designed for use with the Flex Robot. Use it with the Flex Gripper and skirted 96-well PCR or deep-well plates to facilitate quick and efficient separation using magnetic beads. This module is not compatible with the OT-2.
These kits provide a fast, reliable and convenient spin column method for the isolation of high quality, high purity and inhibitor-free cell-free circulating DNA (cfc-DNA) from plasma/serum sample. These kits are designed to isolate all sizes of cfc-DNA from either fresh or frozen plasma/serum samples and the purified DNA is eluted into a flexible elution volume ranging from 25 µL to 50 µL. The purified plasma/serum cfc-DNA is fully compatible with all downstream applications including PCR, qPCR, methylation-sensitive PCR and Southern Blot analysis, microarrays and NGS.
Background
Plasma/Serum cell-free circulating DNA (cfc-DNA) has the potential to provide biomarkers for certain cancers and disease states as well as fetal DNA in maternal blood. Currently, significant advancements are being made in utilizing cfc-DNA as biomarkers for the early diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring of therapy for several cancer types and autoimmune diseases. Cell-free mitocondrial DNA (cfmtDNA) is also under investigation for its clinical significance. This cfc-DNA is usually present as short fragments of less than 1000 bp. In addition, cell-free fetal DNA has been widely used as a non-invasive method for prenatal diagnosis including early identification of fetal sex, genetic studies for families at high risk for inherited genetic disorders, screening for Rhesus factor, screening for aneuploidy and identification of preeclampsia.
Plasma/Serum Cell-Free Circulating DNA Purification Micro Kit Dx
For serum input volumes 10 µL – 200 µL. Purify high-quality DNA in 15-20 minutes
Plasma/Serum Cell-Free Circulating DNA Purification Mini Kit Dx
For serum input volumes 200 µL – 500 µL. Purify high-quality DNA in 15-20 minutes.
Plasma/Serum Cell-Free Circulating DNA Purification Midi Kit Dx
The first column will handle the large volume input of bodily fluids that is followed by a concentration on a mini column for a final elution of 25 µL to 50 µL. All components for the purification & concentration are provided in one convenient & fast kit for the easy processing of large input volumes of bodily fluids. For a schematic workflow of the protocol click here to view. For serum input volumes 1 mL – 4 mL. Purify high-quality DNA in 90 minutes.
Plasma/Serum Cell-Free Circulating DNA Purification Maxi Kit Dx
The first column will handle the large volume input of bodily fluids that is followed by a concentration on a mini column for a final elution of 25 µL to 50 µL. All components for the purification & concentration are provided in one convenient & fast kit for the easy processing of large input volumes of bodily fluids. For a schematic workflow of the protocol click here to view. For serum input volumes 5 mL – 10 mL. Two kits in one – purify and concentrate DNA from bodily fluids using a convenient two column system.
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| Kit Specifications | |
| Minimum Plasma/Serum Input | 10 μL |
| Maximum Plasma/Serum Input | 200 μL |
| Size of DNA Purified | ≥ 50 bp |
| Elution Volume | 25-50 μL |
| Time to Complete 10 Purifications | 15-20 minutes |
| Average Yields* | Variable depending on specimen |
*Please check page 7 in the product manual for the Plasma/Serum Average Yields and the Common DNA Quantification Methods.
Storage Conditions and Product Stability
All buffers should be kept tightly sealed and stored at room temperature (15-25°C) for up to 2 years without showing any reduction in performance. Norgen’s Plasma/Serum Cell-Free Circulating DNA Purification Kits contain ready-to-use Proteinase K solution, which is dissolved in a specially prepared storage buffer. The Proteinase K is stable for up to 2.5 years after delivery when stored at room temperature. To prolong the lifetime of Proteinase K, storage at 2–8°C is recommended.
| Component | Cat. Dx55100 (50 preps) | Cat. Dx55500 (50 preps) | Cat. Dx55600 (20 preps) | Cat. Dx55800 (10 preps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binding Buffer B | 2 x 40 mL | 40 mL | 2 x 85 mL 1 x 12 mL | 2 x 85 mL 1 x 40 mL |
| Proteinase K | 2 x 1 mL | 0.6 mL | 6.5 mL | 8 mL |
| Solution WN | 18 mL | 18 mL | 18 mL | 18 mL |
| Wash Solution A | 38 mL | 18 mL | 18 mL | 18 mL |
| Elution Buffer B | 8 mL | 8 mL | 30 mL | 30 mL |
| Micro Spin Columns | 50 | 50 | 20 | 10 |
| Mini Spin Columns | 50 | – | – | – |
| Midi Spin Columns | – | – | 20 | – |
| Maxi Spin Columns | – | – | – | 10 |
| Collection Tubes | 100 | 50 | 20 | 10 |
| Elution Tubes (1.7 mL) | 100 | 50 | 20 | 10 |
| Product Insert | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Attogene’ s Cylindrospermopsin Lateral Flow Kit can be used to detect Cylindrospermopsin in source water samples.
Format: Rapid-Water – Run Time: 30 Minutes, enough to run two samples (undiluted and a 10 fold dilution) and negative control.
Cylindrospermopsin (CYN) is a potent cyanotoxin synthesized by select species of cyanobacteria, prominently including Cylindrospermopsin raciborskii. It belongs to the tricyclic alkaloid class, exhibiting a molecular weight of approximately 415 Da. Structurally, cylindrospermopsin features an uracil ring fused with a hydantoin moiety, alongside a guanidino group, attributes that render it highly soluble and polar in aqueous environments.
Cylindrospermopsin is notorious for its profound toxicity towards aquatic organisms and its potential threat to human health through exposure via contaminated water and food sources. Consequently, rigorous monitoring protocols are essential in regions prone to cyanobacterial blooms, where cylindrospermopsin can accumulate in freshwater reservoirs and other aquatic habitats. In recognition of these risks, regulatory bodies such as the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have implemented an action level guideline. As of 2019, EPA 10-day drinking water health advisory for cylindrospermopsin recommended a threshold of 0.7 parts per billion (ppb), or 700 parts per trillion (ppt) for children under the age of six, and 3 parts per billion, 3000 parts per trillion for anyone older, to effectively manage cylindrospermopsin levels. This precautionary measure aims to uphold both environmental sustainability and public health integrity by minimizing exposure risks. The EPA has also drafted a human health recreational water quality criterion to protect human health at 8,000ppt.
EPA 10-Day drinking water Health Advisories for Cylindrospermopsin:
Do not Drink – 0.7 μg/L for bottle fed infants and preschool children, pregnant and nursing woman, elderly immunocompromised and liver conditions
Do not Drink – 3.0 μg/L for school age children to adults
Do Not Use – 20 μg/L
EPA Draft Human Health Recreational Ambient Water Quality Criteria to protect human health: 8 μg/L
Screening of Cylindrospermopsin in water samples at or above 30ppt
Format: 15 tests (5 samples at 2 dilutions/5 controls)
5 – 10X Sample Dilution Buffer
5 – 1X Sample Dilution Buffer
5- Negative Control
10- Fixed Volume Pipettes
Bile Salt Export Pump (BSEP) is a member of the ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters, which mediates the transport of bile acid, taurocholate and other cholate conjugates across the hepatocyte canalicular membrane into the canaliculus. BSEP is associated with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis type 2 (PFIC2) and benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis type 2 (BRIC2). PFIC2 caused by mutations in the BSEP gene increases the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma in early life.
