NUCLEIC-CARD™ Collection Device System

The NUCLEIC-CARD Collection Device System includes a NUCLEIC-CARD Collection Device, developed for robust collection and storage of DNA buccal samples. The integrated collection system incorporates a redesigned DNA collection swab and collection chamber with the established chemically-treated NUCLEIC-CARD matrix for cell lysis and protein denaturation. With this integrated collection system, the ability to achieve a high first pass success rate for reference samples and decrease laboratory costs is within reach.

Key features include:
• Higher sample transfer—redesigned N6FLOQSwabs lollipop swab and sample collection chamber for improved sample uniformity and transfer efficiency
• Certified free of DNase, RNase, and amplifiable human DNA
• Consistent, high quality STR profiles with Applied Biosystems direct PCR amplification kits
• Enables long-term archiving of samples at room temperature
• Efficient—card includes an area for cleaning strikes while punching with manual or automated puncher
• Facilitates automated processing—a color change on the card indicates the location of the sample on the matrix, helping guide commercially-available automated punching systems, as well as manual punching
• Customizable—NUCLEIC-CARD Collection Device can be purchased separately or can be included in a custom buccal sample collection kit as part of our customization services
• Easier sample collection—user-friendly instructions included in the packaging

The NUCLEIC-CARD Sample Collection Device is manufactured by Copan, a market leader in the area of sample collection tools, and distributed globally by Thermo Fisher Scientific.

NUCLEIC-CARD is a trademark of Copan Flock Technologies.