Zymo Research Corp., a pioneer in biotechnology, proudly announces the launch of Fast-DNA/RNA™ Water Kit. This product enables reliable recovery of total DNA/RNA from water samples, setting a high standard in water sample preparation for sensitive downstream applications.

The Fast-DNA/RNA™ Water Kit is designed to provide researchers with the tools they need to achieve excellent results in a wide range of applications, from pathogen surveillance to environmental monitoring. The kit ensures complete DNA/RNA recovery and captures all nucleic acids, including viruses, bacteria, fungi and free DNA/RNA from the diverse microbial community present in wastewater and environmental water samples.

A key feature of the kit is its advanced wastewater stabilization buffer, which facilitates pelleting of microbes and free nucleic acids without vacuum filtration. This buffer also inactivates pathogens and preserves DNA/RNA at room temperature, allowing researchers to concentrate up to 50 mL of raw wastewater or 1 L of natural water. This capability is especially important for those processing large volumes of wastewater, where pathogens are typically present at low levels.

The removal of inhibitors is another important feature of Fast-DNA/RNA™ Water Kit, especially for applications requiring highly sensitive detection. The vacuum-free workflow offers a simpler and more efficient alternative to conventional methods and enables efficient purification of inhibitor-free DNA/RNA from large water samples.

“With the increasing importance of monitoring pathogens in wastewater, the Quick-DNA/RNA Water Kit has proven to be indispensable. Its ability to efficiently recover nucleic acids from large volumes without vacuum filtration has not only streamlined our NGS workflow but also enhanced our pathogen detection capabilities. This innovation has significantly improved the accuracy and speed of our results and provided our customers with more reliable data for critical decision-making,” emphasized Ethan Thai, Microbiome Services Operations Manager at Zymo Research.

Beyond pathogen monitoring Fast-The DNA/RNA™ Water Kit is also suitable for microbial analysis of water samples to assess ecosystem health and biodiversity. This versatility makes it an invaluable tool for environmental monitoring and conservation efforts.

Developed and manufactured in Zymo Research’s state-of-the-art facility in California, the Quick-DNA/RNA™ Water Kit reflects the company’s commitment to innovation, quality and excellence in biotechnology solutions.