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Oragene•DNA

The Oragene®•DNA sample collection kit provides an all-in-one system for the collection, stabilization, transportation and purification of DNA from saliva.

All genetic research and testing starts with the collection of DNA samples. Blood samples are invasive to collect, as well as complex and costly to ship, store and process. Buccal swabs provide a low quality and quantity of DNA, typically resulting in failed samples and a requirement to recollect, incurring additional cost, effort and time.

Eliminate these challenges by collecting superior samples with the Oragene sample collection product line.

  • Easy collection, transportation and processing
  • Painless, non-invasive collection of high-quality, high-quantity DNA
  • DNA is stable for years at room temperature
  • Proven on downstream applications

Oragene•DNA is superior to blood

  • Higher donor compliance with painless self-collection
  • Lower collection costs with no phlebotomy required
  • Safer handling
  • Easier to purify

Oragene•DNA is superior to mouthwash & buccal swabs

  • Higher DNA yield and quality
  • More reliable for downstream applications
  • Lowest bacterial content of all oral collection methods
  • Less invasive and completely painless: Most mouthwash donor protocols require the patient to swish alcohol-based mouthwash for at least one minute
 
"The collection protocol is very convenient, the extraction is very quick and simple, and the yield is great. Our downstream applications include PCR, restriction enzyme digestion and sequencing. We have collected numerous family members who were not willing to go for a blood draw, as well as children, elderly patients and overseas relatives. The ease of shipping and self-collection are remarkable. Our lab is very impressed with this timely product."

Ruth McPherson, MD, PhD
Nihan Kavaslar, PhD
Lipoproteins and Atherosclerosis Research Group
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
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