The iSWAB-DNA device allows for the collection and stabilization of DNA at the point of collection without the need for swab inclusion.
Typical yields of between 10-30μg (iSWAB-DNA-1200) of DNA with less than 1% bacterial contamination can be achieved.
The gentle collection and lysis chemistry of the alcohol-free iSWAB buffer allows for recovery of double-stranded, large fragment DNA similar to the genomic DNA generated from blood, making it suitable for complex genomics downstream arrays such as microarrays and Next Generation Sequencing.
Other non-invasive collection methods often utilize alcohol and can produce short DNA fragments limiting their usability to basic genotyping applications.
Applications include: Genetic Analysis: Epigenetics, Epidemiology, and Forensics. Veterinary Testing: Genotyping, Breeding, Speciation