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  • Products → Human Genomics → Oragene•DNA | OG-610

    DNA Collection Kits for Diagnostics

    Collect high quality DNA samples for molecular diagnostics

    Oragene DNA | OG-610

    The Oragene™•DNA device has now been replaced with the Oragene™•Dx device. To explore the devices available in your region, visit www.dnagenotek.com or email info@dnagenotek.com to get in touch with an account manager.

    Collect superior samples for your genetic analysis and testing

    All genetic analysis starts with the collection of DNA samples. Collect reliable samples with an all-in-one system for the collection, stabilization and transportation of DNA from saliva.

    Why DNA
    from saliva

    Overview

    Product Benefits

    • Fast and painless self-collection
    • Equivalent to blood for DNA analysis
    • DNA is stable for years at ambient temperature
    • Optimized for both manual sample processing and automated workflows
    • Integrated 1D barcode + optional 2D bottom barcode for workflow efficiency
    • Proven on targeted and whole genome sequencing
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    Saliva vs blood DNA
    collection: The cost battle

    Saliva vs Blood

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    Collection method comparison chart

    Blood Collection
    Oral Collection
    Attributes
    Venous blood
    Mouthwash
    Buccal swabs
    Oragene•DNA (OG-610)
    Non-invasive collection
    ✘
    ✘
    ✔
    ✔
    Standardized format for high-throughput processing
    ✔
    ✘
    ✘
    ✔
    Specimen stability at room temperature
    Days
    Weeks
    Days
    Years
    Low bacterial content
    ✔
    ✘†
    (up to 60% bacterial content)
    ✘†
    (up to 90% bacterial content)
    ✔†
    (median 11.8% bacterial content)
    Median DNA yield
    30 µg
    35 µg
    2 µg
    55 µg
    Sample size
    1 mL
    10 mL‡
    1 swab
    1 mL
    Molecular weight
    > 23 kb
    > 23 kb
    > 23 kb
    > 23 kb
    Shipping at ambient temperature
    ✘
    ✔
    ✔
    ✔
    Full customization available
    ✘
    ✘
    ✘
    ✔

    † Birnboim, H.C., Iwasiow, R.M. and James, C.M.P. (2008). Human genomic DNA content of saliva samples collected with the Oragene self-collection kit. DNA Genotek. PD-WP-011.

    ‡ Volume of mouthwash used for sample collection.

    For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.

    Oragene•DNA is not available for sale in the United States. Some DNA Genotek products may not be available in all geographic regions.

    Full terms and conditions for all DNA Genotek products are available here.

    DNA Genotek's sample collection devices and nucleic acid stabilization chemistries are protected by issued and pending patents in numerous countries around the world.

    Literature

    Data Sheets

    Download PD-BR-00226 – Oragene•DNA (OG-610) data sheet.

    Download PD-BR-00233 – Oragene® 600 series product weight and dimensions.

    White Papers

    Download PD-WP-00052 – Can saliva replace blood for DNA collection and analysis?

    Collect & Transport

    Collect & Transport

    Oragene collection instructions
    Instructions for self or assisted collection in multiple languages.

    MK-01030: 3 suggestions for improving saliva generation

    Mailing accessories and shipping recommendations
    DNA Genotek has created a mailing solution that complies with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations for samples not expected to be pathogenic, while also protecting the collection kit on the way to and from the donor.

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    Storage & Stability

    Storage & Stability

    PD-PR-012: Long-term storage of Oragene®/saliva samples (pdf)

    PD-WP-005: Long-term stability of DNA from saliva samples stored in the Oragene® self-collection kit (pdf)

    MK-AN-001: GenPlates® for the storage of DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples (pdf)

    Videos

    Processing of DNA Genotek saliva tubes on SARSTEDT Lab Automation (copyright SARSTEDT AG & Co. KG).

    Why I use Oragene. Watch this video and learn why so many customers choose Oragene.

    What discoveries will you make using Oragene?

    What would you tell a peer about Oragene?

    Impact of sample type (blood vs saliva) and analytical methods on NGS data quality.

    Yield & Quality

    Yield & Quality

    PD-PR-01042: How to maximize DNA yield with Oragene self-collection kit
    7 tips to maximize DNA yield. Tips 4 - 7 specifically note purification and quantification.

    PD-WP-00031: Impact of population and laboratory methods on DNA yield and variability
    Summary of the total DNA yield from Oragene/saliva samples as reported in peer-reviewed publications.

    PD-WP-011: Human genomic vs bacterial DNA content of Oragene/saliva samples
    Quantitative information about the amount of human genomic and bacterial DNA in Oragene/saliva samples, as estimated by two different methods.

    MK-AN-017: Tips to improve the A260/A280 ratio of Oragene-purified DNA samples
    Despite the fact that sample turbidity (i.e., absorbance at A320) does not affect down-stream analysis, some users have enquired about modifications to our standard protocol that will improve this ratio. In this document, we describe 3 alternative methods that can be used to obtain high A260/A280 ratios from all samples.

    Lab Protocols

    Lab Protocols

    Protocols

    Laboratory protocols for manual purification of DNA using DNA Genetek's prepIT•L2P DNA extraction kit

    Manual Purification

    PD-PR-052: 0.5 mL (500 μL) aliquot using a deep 96-well plate

    PD-PR-106: 0.5 mL (500 μL) aliquot using Agencourt DNAdvance kit

    MK-AN-003: Compatibility of the PUREGENE® DNA Purification Kit with Oragene•DNA Collection

    MK-AN-004: Comparison of DNA purified with prepIT•L2P and the QIAamp™ mini kit

    Compatibility with Automated Purification

    MK-AN-00029: Automated extraction of gDNA from Oragene® saliva samples using the QIAGEN® QIAsymphony® SP

    Automated DNA purification from Oragene saliva samples using the Promega Maxwell 16 system

    MK-AN-005: Compatibility of the AUTOPURE® with the Oragene® self-collection kit

    MK-AN-006: High-throughput DNA purification with the Qiagen BioRobot EZ1

    MK-AN-007: High-throughput DNA purification with the Magtration® 12GC

    MK-AN-024: Automated extraction of gDNA from Oragene®saliva samples using the Tecan Freedom® EVO liquid handling platform and the Promega MagaZorb® DNA mini-prep kit

    Oragene is compatible with the GeneMole benchtop instrument for automated nucleic acid purification

    Quantification

    PD-PR-075: DNA quantification of Oragene/saliva samples
    Protocol to quantify purified total dsDNA by fluorescence (specific for double-stranded (ds) DNA). Measurement of absorbance at 260 nm (A260) is commonly used for quantifying DNA. Disadvantages of using A260 include (i) insensitivity of the assay, and (ii) interference by non-DNA components such as RNA.

    MK-AN-017: From turbidity to clarity: Simple methods to improve the A260/A280 ratio of Oragene-purified DNA samples
    Despite the fact that sample turbidity (i.e., absorbance at A320) does not affect down-stream analysis, some users have enquired about modifications to our standard protocol that will improve this ratio. In this document, we describe 3 alternative methods that can be used to obtain high A260/A280 ratios from all samples.

    PD-PR-040: RNA removal within Oragene/saliva samples
    This protocol describes the use of double-RNase digestion to remove the RNA in Oragene/saliva samples.

    PD-PR-065: Bacterial DNA assay
    The purpose of this assay is to determine the bacterial DNA content of purified DNA from Oragene/saliva samples.

    PD-WP-00030: Dye-free quantification of Oragene/saliva DNA extracts using the Trinean DropSense96® droplet reader and cDrop™ spectral analysis software
    The purpose of this application note is to evaluate the Trinean method with a cDrop protocol specific for DNA extracted from Oragene/saliva samples using prepIT•L2P.

    Downstream Applications

    Downstream Applications

    MK-BR-00032: Oragene/saliva samples proven on NGS and microarrays

    MK-AN-009: Detection of LDL receptor mutations by PCR, PCR-RFLP and Southern analysis (pdf)

    MK-AN-010: Oragene®/saliva samples and DNA sequencing with ABI PRISM® (pdf)

    MK-AN-011: DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples is compatible with TaqMan® SNP genotyping (pdf)

    MK-AN-012: DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples and whole genome amplification with GenomiPhi™ (pdf)

    MK-AN-013: DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples is ideal for long-range PCR (pdf)

    MK-AN-014: SNP genotyping of DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples with SNPstream® (pdf)

    MK-AN-015: DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples and GenomePlex® whole genome amplification (pdf)

    MK-AN-016: DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples and REPLI-g® whole genome amplification (pdf)

    MK-AN-017: From turbidity to clarity: Simple methods to improve the A260/A280 ratio of Oragene®-purified DNA samples (pdf)

    MK-AN-018: Sex determination of DNA from Oragene®/saliva samples using ReaX™ Mastermix PCR beads (pdf)

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    Because the study is non-invasive, it is easy to participate. The DNA that you get from Oragene/saliva samples is of equal quality to DNA that you get from blood, and unlike blood, these samples will be stable at room temperature for long-term storage.

    Susan Kadlubar, PhD
    University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

    DNA from saliva vs. blood

    Who wins the cost battle?

    Overcoming challenges in DNA sample collection.

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    DNA Genotek Inc., a subsidiary of OraSure Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSUR), focuses on providing high-quality biological sample collection products and end-to-end services for human genomics, microbiome and infectious disease applications. The Company's Oragene•Dx and ORAcollect•Dx product lines are the first and only FDA 510(k) cleared saliva-based DNA collection devices for in vitro diagnostic use. DNA Genotek also offers Research Use Only products to collect and preserve large amounts of DNA or RNA from multiple sample types. DNA Genotek markets its products worldwide and has a global customer base with thousands of customers in over 100 countries.

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