Applied Biosystems produces new generation of forensic DNA kits

Applied Biosystems has announced the launch of a new range of DNA kits that feature chemistry reagents and aim to cater for the evolving needs of forensic laboratories.

The AmpFeSTR Identifiler Direct, Identifiler Plus and NGM polymerase chain reaction (PCR) Amplification Kits enable faster recovery of more DNA results from a greater range of samples through enhanced levels of performance, efficiency and data quality.

Workflow is simplified by the Identifiler Direct Kit, as it eliminates the entire step of DNA extraction and purification for single source samples on standard FTA cards.

Meanwhile, the Identifiler Plus Kit applies next-generation PCR amplification technology to provide enhanced sensitivity and the ability to overcome high levels of PCR inhibitors.

President of applied markets at Life Technologies Leonard Klevan stated: "These provide forensic labs with improved tools to deliver more efficient, high quality DNA results, expanding the ability to use DNA identification to solve and prevent a wider variety of violent and non-violent crimes."

In July, Applied Biosystems unveiled a new set of tools for mass spectrometry in collaboration with Chromsystems Instruments and Chemicals.