Hamilton Robotics and Promega have announced their collaboratation in the development of an automated system for the isolation of genomic DNA from large-volume blood samples.
Based on Hamilton's Microlab Star liquid-handling technology and Promega's systems and reagents, the offering will increase throughput for large-volume applications such as biobanking, pharmacogenomics and genetic research.
Hamilton recently introduced its 5ml independent pipetting channels and 5ml disposable tips for the Microlab Star platform.
According to Promega, its methods allow for a more robust automated process with increased recovery, higher concentration and enhanced purity of gDNA isolated from large-volume blood samples, compared to previous automated techniques.
The companies expect to launch the system later this year.
