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Introducing The Anachem Flexus Genome

29 Jan 2007

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Anachem Flexus is a completely new, modular, automated liquid handling system that brings unique features to handle multiple applications, without user intervention.

Its flexibility enables integration of a vast range of peripheral instruments, such as a vacuum station. This enables complete protocols to be fully automated, saving time and improving efficiency.

The Flexus Genome is a pre-configured unit specifically designed to handle a complete variety of molecular biology applications. Protocols such as nucleic acid extraction, quantitation and normalization, plasmid preparation, PCR reactions, SNP genotyping and sample clean up, can all be fully automated with the Flexus Genome. The system is compatible with all of the most popular molecular biology kits including those from Qiagen, Promega, Invitrogen, Stratagene and Millipore.

The Flexus Genome is supplied as standard with 8 disposable tip probes for zero cross-contamination. A selection of reagent troughs, pipetting and plate stacking decktrays, a gripper, a plate barcode reader and a vacuum station are all included. Extended functionality is offered with additional options such as a 96-pipetting head, plate reader, sealer or shaker, magnetic bead station, chilled reagent rack and 384 well plate holding tray.

The Flexus Genome system includes a tailored software package with automated protocols to get you up and running and generating results as quickly as possible.

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Genome AnalysisGenomics, the study of genomes, includes functional genomics, evolutionary genomics and comparative genomics. There are many genomic technologies such as DNA sequencing of whole genomes, computational biology and bioinformatics. DNA and nucleic acids must be isolated and concentrated from cells for analysis with kits, automated analyzers and software. Other useful technologies for studying genomics include PCR, microarrays and electrophoresis.Lab-on-a-ChipLab-on-a-chip (LOC) technology uses microfluidic chips, such as microarrays, to perform biochemical assays on a small scale. Benefits of lab-on-a-chip include the small volume of sample required as well as the speed of analysis. In selecting lab-on-a-chip devices consider the assay, cost, reliability, sensitivity and signal to noise ratio.PCR and Thermal CyclingPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) kits and thermal cyclers are used for the in vitro amplification of DNA permitting subsequent analysis and experimental procedures. Explore a range of high-quality polymerase, primers and nucleotides or simplify your workflow with a PCR mastermix. Find reverse transcription PCR (RT-PCR) and cDNA synthesis kits for RNA products and libraries. Quantitatively measure the amplification of DNA with real-time PCR (qPCR) and droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) kits and systems, and discover automated PCR setup solutions to increase throughput. Alternative DNA amplification methods also include recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) kits. Find the best PCR kits and thermal cyclers and purification equipment in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.SNPs TechnologySingle nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are individual base variations in a DNA sequence. SNPs are used in research to study predispositions to disease and drug discovery. Products for studying single nucleotide polymorphisms include SNP arrays and detection systems to detect polymorphisms, SNP typing systems for genotyping DNA, and PCR to amplify specific SNPs.

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