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For Research Use Only (RUO)
Product Description
SHENTEK® Residual Host Cell DNA Sample Preparation Kit For Vaccines is a magnetic particle–based nucleic acid extraction kit specifically optimized for vaccine products. It is designed to stably and efficiently recover trace amounts of residual host-cell DNA from finished vaccines (e.g., Vero cell–derived rabies vaccines). The kit provides an integrated workflow when used with SHENTEK® host cell DNA qPCR detection kits and supports manual extraction or automated extraction using the rHCDpurify® system. Special sample processing methods can be provided for samples containing aluminum adjuvants or dextran.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product number | SK030206DM50 |
| Intended reactions | Reagents for 50 extractions |
| Sample input volume | 100 µL test sample (per extraction) |
| Digestion reagents per sample | 10 µL 5M NaCl, 30 µL Sample buffer (NND029), 15 µL Proteinase K (NND023) |
| Digestion conditions | Incubate at 55 °C for 60 minutes |
| Binding reagents per sample | 200 µL Binding solution (NND017) + 200 µL isopropanol + 10 µL Magnetic particles (NND030) |
| Binding procedure | Vortex 5 minutes (medium speed); magnetic separation 3–5 minutes |
| Wash volumes | 700 µL Wash buffer A (with ethanol added) then 700 µL Wash buffer B (70% ethanol) |
| Elution volume and conditions | 50–100 µL Elution buffer (NND019); incubate at 70 °C for 7 minutes (vortex 2–3 times during incubation) |
| Magnetic particle handling | Resuspend magnetic particles before use; allow particles to separate 3–5 minutes on magnet; air-dry 1–3 minutes before elution |
| Compatible automation | rHCDpurify® automated extraction system (program rHCD-06DM50 / HCD-06DM50) |
| Storage stability | Kit components stored under indicated conditions are stable up to 24 months (check label expiration) |
| Critical sample pH range | pH 6.0–8.0 required; adjust with 1M HCl or 1M NaOH if outside range |
| Recommended controls | Negative Control Sample (NCS) and Extraction Recovery Control (ERC) (ERC spike recommended 2–10× amount found in unspiked sample) |
| Intended use / Compliance | Research Use Only (RUO) — sample preparation for downstream host cell DNA qPCR assays |
Features
- Magnetic particle separation technology: Efficient capture and concentration of trace DNA using magnetic particles for high recovery.
- Vaccine-optimized workflow: Formulation and protocol optimized for finished vaccine matrices (e.g., Vero cell–derived rabies vaccine). Specific processing available for aluminum adjuvants or dextran-containing samples.
- Integrated with qPCR detection: Designed to work with SHENTEK® host cell DNA qPCR detection kits to provide a complete sample-to-result workflow.
- Manual and automated compatibility: Protocols for manual extraction and for automated processing on the rHCDpurify® system (96 deep-well format) to support throughput needs.
- Low-volume, trace DNA recovery: Optimized to obtain trace amounts of residual host-cell DNA stably and reproducibly from complex vaccine matrices.
Applications
- Sample pretreatment for residual host cell DNA testing in finished vaccines (e.g., Vero cell–derived rabies vaccine)
- Quality control testing during vaccine manufacture
- Sample preparation prior to SHENTEK® host cell DNA qPCR assays
- Automated high-throughput residual DNA extraction using rHCDpurify® system
Kit Contents
Attention
• Follow Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and wear appropriate PPE (gloves, eyewear, lab coat).
• Use separate laboratory areas for negative reagent preparation, positive/sample processing, and PCR amplification to prevent cross-contamination.
• Ensure ambient temperature is not lower than 22 °C before starting experiments.
• Centrifuge tubes before opening to avoid contamination; handle carefully to avoid splashing.
• Change gloves regularly and use dedicated lab coats/masks/hair covers in different areas.
• Dispose of used tips and liquid waste per regulations; do not open PCR amplification products in non-designated areas.
• During magnetic separation, rotate tubes slowly to accelerate particle aggregation; avoid disturbing particles when removing supernatant.
• Avoid over-drying magnetic particles after wash (over-drying can cause incomplete elution).
• Ensure no magnetic particles or liquid remain on tube caps or walls; if present, briefly centrifuge.
• Perform DNA detection on the same day as extraction to ensure accuracy.
• Before automated runs, confirm 96-well plate and sleeve are secured; UV-sterilize the instrument interior and wipe with 75% ethanol before and after runs.
• Minimum interval between two extractions on rHCDpurify® should be 30 minutes; UV sterilize instrument for at least 15 minutes between runs.
• Collect more than 40 µL of eluate for downstream assay; transfer eluate immediately after automated run to new microcentrifuge tubes.
Quality Management & Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Research Use Only
Research Use Only (RUO) – This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only and not for clinical or regulatory diagnostic use.
Not intended for use in USDA or FDA regulated diagnostic testing or official compliance testing.
When can I expect my order to ship?
Most orders are filled and shipped within 2-3 business days from the time they are received.
Our standard shipping usually take 2-5 days.
We also provide express shippping for time-sensitive deliveries.
Email contact@biofargo.com if you have any requirements.

