We are pleased to announce that Genefix RNA devices are being used as the preferred saliva collector of choice by Precision Genetics under their FDA EUA for their rapidly expanding Covid-19 testing programme.
They chose the Genefix collectors on its merits, for ease of use and superior performance through their high capacity and various SARS-CoV-2 assays.
The GeneFiX™ Saliva DNA collectors are trusted worldwide to provide high yields of quality DNA, but if you need even more DNA, we have introduced The ‘Xtra DNA Collect’ – designed to collect 3ml of Saliva thus improving yields over the standard GeneFiX™ and 1ml and 2 ml collectors. Our high performance buffer has been concentrated to allow collection of 3ml saliva samples into just 1ml of buffer, increasing yield by up to 50% for all your tricky donors or for further downstream testing
StoolFiX™ is designed to be used in combination with well published Isohelix swabs for the easy collection and stabilization of microbial DNA from fecal samples. The kit requires minimal sample handling, and uses a non-toxic stabilization buffer creating an easy to use collection device that can be used within the laboratory or at remote patient collection sites.
The StoolFiX™ tube is fully transport tested, and eliminates cold chain shipping by stabilizing DNA for one month at room temperature for high yields of intact DNA.
recently opened their flagship Covent Garden store, where customers can take a quick DNA test using our well-known buccal swabs in order to receive suggestions (nudges) towards healthier choices, based on genetic predispositions.
The Isohelix swab is ideal for quickly collecting sufficient DNA to perform fast and accurate analysis for commercial and healthcare testing.
Magnetic bead DNA isolation is a fast and reliable method for medium to high throughput purification of DNA samples.
Isohelix has developed the Saliva-Mag DNA Isolation kit specifically for DNA saliva samples, achieving a fast and efficient methodology, with the maximum purity and yield required for demanding downstream applications.
The kit includes high binding capacity beads with a large surface area for fast attachment, enabling rapid isolation of intact genomic DNA from GeneFiX sample collectors.
Variable volumes can be processed, from a full GeneFiX 2ml saliva collector, to a 0.5ml saliva aliquot, allowing for flexibility and repeated sampling.
As with all Isohelix DNA isolation kits, no harmful or toxic buffers are used, to allow safe, straightforward sample processing.
To enhance this offering, we have designed a custom magnetic rack, designed to enable the rapid purification of up to 12 full GeneFiX saliva samples, in their original tubes. There is also capacity for 6 microtubes for processing smaller aliquots.
Isohelix has developed a new integrated Buccal DNA collection and Stabilization kit, perfect for at-home DNA Sampling
Utilising the Isohelix high-yield swab matrix to collect buccal cells, the swab is then placed into the innovative RapiDri™ pouch for return shipping, and sealed with the barcoded sticker supplied.
The RapiDri™ pouch stabilizes DNA long term at room temperature, to improve call rates and reduce resampling.
For ease of use, collection instructions are printed on the package, and the contents are Ethylene Oxide treated to ensure no hDNA contamination.
We are very excited to welcome Nina to the team at Isohelix. Nina brings a wealth of experience in life science sampling and customer focus, and will be working face to face with our customers in the UK and Europe, helping them to find the best solution to their DNA sampling workflows through our innovative sample collection, stabilisation and purification products.
We welcome Ann Harrison who is an experienced ISO and IVD Scientist, and will elevate on our current ISO and IVD compliant production processes, complementing the rapidly expanding range of products being manufactured at our facilities in Harrietsham UK. Ann has previously worked in various Pharmaceutical and Clinical GMP environments and we look forward to her specialist skills being utilized within our growing Isohelix team.
Our new addition to the GeneFiX family, the Saliva Microbiome collectors stabilise bacterial DNA for at least 1 year at room temperature, removing the need for cold storage and complex cold chain logistics.
Instant stabilization, free from any human or bacterial DNA contamination, they provide a snapshot of the saliva microbiome at the moment of collection and are safe for at-home testing when the sample timing can be critical.
Isohelix has developed a new DNA Isolation kit for automated magnetic bead applications. Our development team have recorded great results, and would now like to confirm the performance of the new kit in real world applications.
If you would like to Beta test these kits, please contact