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microCompass™ Procedure
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1. Microorganism Capture

Recover microorganisms from filterable samples using a 0.2 micron spin filter. RNA booster is added to equilibrate the ribosomal RNA pool. (Alternate protocols are available for non-filterable samples.)




2. Cell Lysis

Resuspend microorganisms in lysis buffer, transfer to lysis tube and place in mechanical lysis system. A combination of mechanical lysis and lysis buffer breaks down cells and spores to liberate nucleic acid from the sample.




3. RNA Extraction

After lysis, the samples are transferred to a 96-well plate. Sample and reagent plates are loaded onto the RNA Extraction Robot. RNA binds to the surface of the magnetic beads and is purified through a series of wash steps.




4. RT-PCR Preparation

The extracted RNA sample and PCR reagents are added to capillary tubes.




5. RT-PCR

The closed capillary tubes are placed in the carousel and loaded into the Thermal Cycler. The Thermal Cycler generates a real-time PCR report.




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