Nucleic Acid Extraction and Purification Resources for Non-Human Samples

Explore our educational and technical resources and empower your lab with the best in nucleic acid extraction solutions for animal health applications.  Here, you'll find an array of videos, white papers, scientific posters, and more, all designed to support your understanding and application of our advanced testing solutions.

Featured resources

Video: MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit

This is a quick video discussing the benefits of using the MagMAX CORE solutions designed to help you save resources, time, and money for your lab.
 

Flyer: Publications using MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit

MagMAX Core solutions are frequently cited in publications, showcasing their flexibility in pathogen detection. Our publication list highlights the diverse applications of MagMAX CORE in various research and diagnostic settings.

White Paper: MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit on the KingFisher Apex Purification System

The MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit is a accurate solution for sample extraction, offering outstanding versatility and efficiency. It is designed to handle a wide array of sample types, including those critical for examining diseases such as PRRSV (Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus) and PEDV (Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus).

Videos: KingFisher magnetic particle processers

The KingFisher magnetic particle processors are an ideal option for veterinary diagnostic and research labs automating their MagMAX sample extraction. Our widely-used magnetic separation technology processes virtually any sample and comes in various models to fit diverse budgets, applications, and throughput needs.

  • KingFisher Flex: Two magnetic heads for 96- or 24-well formats, handling volumes from 20 μL to 5,000 μL.
  • KingFisher Duo: Advanced functionality with mid-throughput capacity up to 24 samples and volumes up to 5 mL.
  • KingFisher mL: Easy operation for up to 15 samples, with volumes ranging from 50 to 1,000 μL.

Animal health-related blog posts

Browse topics ranging from livestock challenges including African swine fever, rotavirus enteritis, PRRSV, and bovine mastitis.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between the MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit and the MagMAX Pathogen RNA/DNA Kit?

The MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit offers pre-mixed, room-temperature reagents, which help improve product handling and storage.  Specifically, the MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit decreases processing times by having pre-mixed washes that do not require the addition of alcohol, a single protocol adapted on multiple KingFisher magnetic particle processors, and a comprehensive protocol that addresses 14 unique sample types and have been tested on non-human, animal-derived samples.

 

What sample types can I use with the MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit?

The MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit is suitable for a wide range of 14 non-human or animal sample matrices. These include whole blood, feces, oral fluid, animal, fecal and environmental swabs, tissue and organs, milk, hair follicles, semen, serum, ear punches, ear notches, environmental samples, Biomed Diagnostics InPouch™ TF (Tritrichomonas foetus) culture, and plasma.

 

Where can I find protocols or get technical support for the MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit?

Protocols and technical support for MagMAX CORE can be found on the Product Page.

 

Additionally, user guides and manuals, such as the MagMAX CORE Nucleic Acid Purification Kit User Guide, provide detailed instructions and troubleshooting tips. For further assistance, contacting Thermo Fisher Scientific customer support is recommended.

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