RNAsure Technology
The RNAsure technology provides a novel way to stabilize RNA in biological samples.
RNAsure provides a unique solution to the problem of RNA stabilization and sample transportation by protecting viral nucleic acids e.g. in human serum or plasma. The protective effect of RNAsure is achieved by:
- protection of RNA in samples by covalent attachment of protective groups at the 2’-OH
- RNAsure-treated RNA is stable at room temperature for weeks
- de-protection of the nucleic acid by removal of the protective group
- purification of the RNA prior to analysis
Advantages:·
- immediate cell and virus lysis and RNA stabilization/protection in biological samples
- convenient handling, transport and storage of samples at room temperature
- RNA (and DNA) resistant to degradation for up to 6 months
The first RNAsure products are aimed at stabilizing viral RNA (and DNA) in serum, plasma or blood samples for combined sample preparation of both RNA and DNA for further analysis.
The technology or parts thereof used in this product is subject to patents EP1196631, US6867290, EP1177281, US6794140, US7244568 and/or other pending patent applications. Purchase of this kit conveys the non-transferable right to use the purchased amount of the product and components of the product for research purposes only and for the application described in the intended use only. This product may not be resold or repackaged.