RapidHIT™ 200 Human DNA Identification System
RapidHIT 200 Human DNA Identification System
The ideal solution to meet the requirements of modern human DNA identification (HID) is an automated system that processes samples rapidly and at low cost. The RapidHIT™ 200 System is a self-contained, automated system for human DNA identification, providing automatic sample to DNA profile processing and evaluation directly in the field. The RapidHIT 200 automates and accelerates the process of producing standardized DNA profiles from buccal swabs, objects, and other human tissue samples in less than two hours, instead of taking 12 to 15 hours in a laboratory.
DNA profiles generated by the RapidHIT System are used to match collected samples with existing DNA records in domestic and international databases or to expand those databases. Local, state, national and international law enforcement and security agencies use DNA-based human identification to make informed decisions regarding the arrest or release of possible terrorists and other suspects, to protect national borders, and to analyze crime scene evidence.
IntegenX is now accepting sales orders for the RapidHIT 200 Human Identification System, which will be available for partners in our Early Access program at the end of 2011.
Technology
The RapidHIT 200 is the first fully automated sample-to-answer system for STR based HID. The 8-channel RapidHIT 200 System can process up to eight samples, including controls, with Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis, in less than two hours for human identity testing.
The system is based on integration of the company’s proprietary and patented technologies, as well as its rapid in-house microfluidic chip prototyping. Reagents in disposable cartridges are loaded on the system with up to eight samples and the sample processing is initiated with no further user interaction. The system extracts DNA from the samples and performs STR amplifications, electrophoretic separations, and software analysis to generate full profiles, compatible with CODIS and international databases, in less than two hours, with no further user interaction.
Download white paper
Download Flyer
The DNA Profiler cartridge is the core of the system and facilitates the integration of all sample processing steps. This single-use disposable cartridge is the only part of the instrument that is exposed to the sample, preventing the possibility of any sample carry-over to the next run. The cartridge consists of injection molded polycarbonate manifolds bonded to plastic MOVe™ chips.
Contact us for more information about the RapidHIT 200 and our Early Access program.
