Introduction
The Apostle MagTouch 2000 Nucleic Acid Extraction Automation System (96-well) automates nucleic acid extraction and purification from biological samples in a 96-well format. It supports batch processing for laboratory workflows, with protocols for cell-free DNA and viral RNA extraction.
Product Features
| 96-Well Processing | Process up to 96 samples per run with one-button program start. The stated run time is approximately 40 minutes per 96 samples; timing depends on the protocol used. |
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| Programmable Workflows | Adapt extraction programs to laboratory workflows and sample requirements. Refer to the applicable protocol for reagent volumes and processing steps. |
| Built-In UV Light | An integrated UV light supports disinfection of the instrument interior. |
| Application Protocols | Access an example cfDNA extraction protocol for 100 µL plasma samples and an application note on viral RNA isolation. |
Technical Information
| Model | MagTouch 2000 |
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| Catalog Number | A201126-96 |
| Processing Format | 96-well |
| Sample Throughput | Up to 96 samples per run |
| Run Time | Approximately 40 minutes per 96 samples; protocol-dependent |
| Program Control | One-button start; programmable extraction protocols |
| Interior Disinfection | Built-in UV light |
Documentation & Protocols
Download the user manual and the protocol relevant to your sample type and input volume.
| User Manual | MagTouch 2000 User Manual [PDF] |
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| cfDNA Protocol | 100 µL Plasma Extraction Protocol [PDF] |
| Application Note | Apostle Viral RNA Isolation System [PDF] |
Application Data & References
This link leads to an Application Note on the Apostle COVID-19 Viral RNA Extraction System, applied in the effective detection of SARS-CoV-2 in over 8 million clinical samples by our clients. Using the Apostle system, our customer's downstream detection system achieved a limit of detection (LoD) of 3.6 NDU/uL, as documented on the FDA website. The sensitivity and specificity are 99.9% and 99.9% at 3 copies/uL, respectively, published on our customer’s website.
The Apostle RNA extraction method is included in a US FDA EUA authorized SARS-CoV-2 molecular diagnostic test: Fulgent COVID-19 by RT-PCR Test.
- FDA EUA Summary — Fulgent COVID-19 by RT-PCR Test [PDF]
- FDA EUA Letter — Fulgent COVID-19 by RT-PCR Test [PDF]
More information: MagTouch 2000 Product Data.