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Why automated extraction delivers superior results, reliability, and efficiency for your laboratory

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Time & Steps: The Reality Check

While extractionless seems faster, automated extraction delivers better results with less hands-on time

Extractionless PCR

Multiple manual steps, higher error risk
45 min
Extractionless Process
1
Pipette sample into tube
2
Centrifuge
3
Remove supernatant manually
4
Add control to sample
5
Transfer pellet to lysis beads
6
Vortex
7
Centrifuge
8
Mix sample with reagent
9
Heat at 95°C
10
Final centrifuge
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Automated process, superior accuracy
35 min
Automated Process
1
Pipette sample into well
2
Load sample into extractor
3
Automated extraction
4
Add sample to PCR
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10 Minutes Faster
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6 Fewer Manual Steps
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Higher Accuracy & Reproducibility

Performance Comparison

Automated Extraction vs. Extractionless: Head-to-Head
Total Processing Time 45 minutes 35 minutes
Manual Steps Required 10 steps 4 steps
Hands-On Time (Per Sample) 85 seconds 25 seconds
Nucleic Acid Recovery Variable Consistent (>98%)
Cross-Contamination Risk Higher Minimal
Technician Skill Required High Minimal
*Process metrics based on Urinary Tract PCR applications

Why Automated Extraction Wins

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22% Faster Processing

Complete extraction in 35 minutes vs 45 minutes, with 6 fewer manual steps to reduce errors and improve efficiency.

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Superior Accuracy

Magnetic bead technology delivers >98%
nucleic acid recovery with minimal
variability between samples.

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70% Reduced Hands-On Time

Hands-on time reduced from 85 seconds per sample to 25 seconds per sample.

 

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Reduced Contamination

Automated magnetic separation with UV
sterilization minimizes cross contamination risks.

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Simplified Training

Intuitive touchscreen interface requires
minimal training, reducing onboarding time
and errors.

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Staff Optimization

Reduce dependency on highly skilled
technicians and enable more efficient workforce allocation.

Calculate Your Time Savings Value

See how much you could save in labor costs by reducing total processing time from 45 minutes to 35 minutes and reducing hands-on time by 60 seconds per sample

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Annual Labor Cost Savings
Based on combined savings of 10 minutes processing time per batch and 1 minute saved per sample.
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Daily Savings
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Hours Saved/Year
70%
Hands-On Time Reduction

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