Qiagen, 61904, QIAamp DSP Viral RNA Mini Kit (50)

For 50 RNA preps: QIAamp Mini Spin Columns, Carrier RNA, Collection Tubes (2 ml), and RNase-free Buffers

Features

- Rapid isolation of high-quality, ready-to use RNA
- No organic extraction or alcohol precipitation
- Consistent, high yields
- Removal of contaminants and inhibitors

Product Details

The QIAamp DSP Viral RNA Mini Kit provides silica-based viral RNA purification and sample concentration for those samples with low viral titers. The kit is designed for labs that process viral RNA for in vitro diagnostic use. The procedure can be fully automated on the QIAcube.

Performance

The QIAamp DSP Viral RNA Mini Kit includes QIAamp Mini spin columns, which can be used in a microcentrifuge, automated on the QIAcube, or processed on vacuum manifolds (i.e., the QIAvac 24 Plus with VacConnectors and VacValves). The sample input volume is 140 µl. The QIAamp DSP Viral RNA mini Kit purifies viral RNA for downstream applications.

Principle

No phenol–chloroform extraction is required. Viral RNA binds specifically to the QIAamp silica membrane while contaminants pass through. PCR inhibitors, such as divalent cations and proteins, are removed in two efficient wash steps, leaving viral RNA to be eluted in either water or elution buffer provided with the kit.

Applications

The QIAamp DSP Viral RNA Mini Kit simplifies purification of viral RNA from cell-free body fluids, plasma (treated with anticoagulants other than heparin) or serum with fast, spin-column, or vacuum procedures.