QIAcard® FTA® Elute Buffer, 40mL

The QIAcard FTA Elute Buffer is a specialized reagent formulated for the efficient elution of nucleic acids from QIAcard FTA Elute formats. Designed to deliver high-purity DNA, this proprietary buffer enables direct downstream use of eluted nucleic acids in PCR, qPCR, RT-qPCR, sequencing, and STR analysis—without the need for additional purification steps.

Optimized for speed, reliability, and reproducibility, the buffer facilitates direct amplification workflows, significantly reducing sample processing time while maintaining DNA integrity. It is particularly well-suited for forensic, genetic, and molecular biology applications requiring high-quality nucleic acid recovery from FTA Elute cards.

Key Features

Optimized for FTA Elute Technology

• Specifically designed for QIAcard FTA Elute Cards
• Ensures efficient and consistent nucleic acid elution
• Maximizes DNA recovery from FTA matrices

PCR & qPCR-Ready DNA

• Produces DNA suitable for direct amplification
• Eliminates the need for additional purification steps
• Enhances workflow efficiency and turnaround time

High Compatibility with STR Analysis

• Generates high-quality DNA for Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis
• Ideal for forensic DNA profiling and identity testing

Enhanced Amplification Performance

• Removes PCR inhibitors that can interfere with amplification
• Improves sensitivity and specificity in PCR-based applications
• Supports reliable and reproducible results

High-Throughput Ready

• Available in 500 mL format for large-scale processing
• Suitable for automated and high-throughput laboratory workflows

Applications

• DNA elution from QIAcard FTA Elute formats
• Forensic DNA profiling and STR analysis
• PCR, qPCR, and RT-qPCR workflows
• Genetic and genomic research
• Molecular diagnostics and sequencing applications
• High-throughput sample processing in research and biobanking

Technical Specifications

Ordering Information

Workflow Integration

Sample Collection → FTA Elute Card → Punch Extraction → Elution (FTA Elute Buffer) → PCR/qPCR/Sequencing → Data Analysis

This streamlined workflow ensures:

• Efficient DNA recovery
• Minimal sample handling
• Direct compatibility with amplification technologies

Unique Advantages

• Enables direct PCR-ready DNA without purification
• Reduces processing time and workflow complexity
• Improves amplification efficiency and reproducibility
• Optimized specifically for FTA Elute card technology
• Ideal for both low- and high-throughput laboratories
• Trusted performance in forensic and genetic research

Regulatory & Safety Information

• For Research Use Only (RUO) – Not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use
• Follow standard laboratory safety protocols during handling
• Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed safety information

The QIAcard FTA Elute Buffer is a powerful solution for rapid and efficient DNA elution from FTA Elute cards, enabling seamless integration into PCR-based workflows. With its ability to produce high-quality, amplification-ready DNA without additional purification, it is an essential reagent for laboratories seeking speed, accuracy, and reliability in forensic, genetic, and molecular biology applications.