What is PCR?
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a molecular biology technique used to amplify and replicate specific segments of DNA. Over time, PCR technology has evolved, giving rise to various methodologies, each tailored to specific needs. In this blog post,
What is NGS?
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a cutting-edge technology used to sequence nucleotides in a DNA or RNA molecule. Unlike Sanger Sequencing, which can sequence only one DNA fragment at a time, NGS allows researchers to sequence multiple DNA fragments
Webinar – Thursday Oct 12
Omega Bio-tek invites you to join us for a webinar on October 12th at 2:00 p.m. ET with Omega Bio-tek’s Jeff Roeder and Hamilton’s Michael Vuke. “Streamline your RNA/DNA Purification with Hamilton & Omega Bio-tek” where Jeff and
MagXtract® 3200 Application Showcase: Automated extraction of bacterial DNA from stool samples using Omega Bio-Tek’s Mag-Bind® Universal Pathogen 96 Kit
Victor Chen1, Kiranmai Durvasula2 1. Chroma ATE, Inc, Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, Taiwan 333001 2. Omega Bio-tek, Inc, Norcross GA 30071 Introduction Stool sample analysis offers a simple, non-invasive methodology for detection of multiple disease-causing microbes, biomarker detection
High-Throughput, Fully Automated Cell-Free DNA Extraction from up to 10 mL Serum Samples
Authors: Chris Lee1, Jonatan Lysen1, Jeff Roeder1, Julie Baggs1, Kiranmai Durvasula1, Travis Butts1 Omega Bio-tek, Norcorss, GA 30071 Overview Purpose Development of a fully automated solution to extract cfDNA from up to 10 mL samples in 2.75 hours
Liquid vs. Solid Biopsy
Revolutionary advancements in medical technologies have armed physicians with state-of-the-art methods for detecting and monitoring cancer. Two of these methods are liquid and solid biopsies which provide physicians and researchers with integral information about a patient’s condition. What is a Solid Biopsy? Solid biopsies are the traditional method
Mag-Bind® Environmental DNA 96 Kit: High Quality Extractions from Inhibitor-rich Samples
The characterization of the metagenomics of an ecosystem is an integral part of environmental research and understanding the role microorganisms play within their ecosystem. However, isolating high-quality DNA to allow for this characterization can be a challenge when
Why Purify Cancer DNA and RNA?
With advancements in purification protocols, laboratory equipment, and chemistry, it has become possible to isolate, quantify, and sequence cancer cell DNA and RNA efficiently. This is crucial for accurate diagnosis and helps support patient care-plan development, as it
What is cell-free DNA (cfDNA)?
Cell-free DNA (cfDNA) refers to small DNA fragments found in the bloodstream and other bodily fluids, such as spinal fluid and urine. These fragments are derived from various sources, including the breakdown of cells, the release of DNA
Mag-Bind® FFPE DNA Kit: The Ultimate Solution for Genomic DNA Purification from Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue Samples
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples are commonly used for preserving and storing biological samples, such as cancer tumor samples, for future analysis. However, the formalin fixation and paraffin embedding process can significantly impact the quality and yield of
Omega Bio-tek Named Honoree of the 2022 Georgia Fast 40 – Second Consecutive Year
On May 18, 2022, Omega Bio-tek, Inc. was announced as one of the 40 honorees of the 2022 Georgia Fast 40 class. This will be the second year in a row Omega Bio-tek has received this honor. Omega
How Omega Bio-tek’s Mollusc Kit Helped Expose Errors in Our Understanding of Land Snail Taxonomy: Implications for Ecological Research, Biodiversity Conservation, and Climate Modeling
A Customer Success Story Correctly Identifying Land Snail Species Using Omega Bio-tek’s E.Z.N.A.® Mollusc DNA Kit Dr. Jeff Nekola and his land snail biodiversity research group work out of Masaryk University in the Czech Republic. Dr. Nekola, classically
