Nucleic acid extraction (NAE) plays a vital role in molecular biology as the primary step for
many downstream applications. Many modifications have been introduced to the original …

Context.—Traditional methods for storing histologic and cytologic specimens for future use
in molecular assays have consisted of either snap-freezing with cryopreservation or formalin …

In this study, we compared the response rates of blood, saliva, and buccal cell samples in a
pilot study on the Danish nurse cohort and examined the quantity and quality of the purified …

The regulation of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is important for depression
pathophysiology and epigenetic regulation of the BDNF gene may be involved. This study …

Nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) play a crucial role in the early diagnosis and
prevention of various infectious diseases. Over the last decade, paper-based devices have …

BACKGROUND: The FTA elute micro card™, which enable the collection, transport, and
archiving of DNA could be an attractive alternative to a liquid based collection system for …

Tape lifting and FTA paper scraping methods were directly compared to traditional double
swabbing for collecting touch DNA from car steering wheels (n= 70 cars). Touch DNA was …

Microbial water quality is a key indicator for safety and potability of any water sources.
Monitoring biological water quality can limit the spread of waterborne diseases and deadly …

Background Most procedures for self-sampling of cervical cells are based on liquid-based
media for transportation and storage. An alternative is to use a solid support, such as dry …

Self-collection of buccal cells provides a noninvasive method for obtaining biologic samples
for genetic analyses in pediatric studies. Nevertheless, low yields, microbial contamination …