Automated DNA Extraction Systems for Whole Blood & Clinical Genomics Samples

DNA extraction cost varies by sample type, throughput, kit format, and whether the workflow is intended for research or clinical diagnostics. Cambrian lists pricing as available on request for these kits. Total cost should be evaluated alongside turnaround time, sample input requirements, waste reduction, and the ability to run single samples without batching, which can lower per-test operational burden.

The products in this category support multiple clinically relevant sample types, including whole blood, FFPE tissue, and plasma for cfDNA workflows. The whole blood kit also notes compatibility with cell cultures and bacterial cells. This range helps labs standardize extraction across oncology, genetic testing, infectious disease, and translational research workflows using automated bead-based processing.

Processing time depends on the kit and sample type. Cambrian’s whole blood gDNA and FFPE gDNA kits complete automated processing in 28 minutes after lysis, while the cfDNA workflow runs in approximately 55 minutes. These timelines help labs improve turnaround time for PCR, NGS, and oncology workflows while reducing manual intervention compared with conventional extraction methods.

Suitability depends on the specific product and workflow. Cambrian highlights CE-IVD marking and ISO 13485 quality management at the company level, and the FFPE kit is described for research and clinical diagnostic laboratory use. The OncoSeek cfDNA Extraction Kit is identified as RUO for oncology research. Labs should confirm intended use and regulatory fit for each assay before implementation.

These extraction workflows are designed to produce DNA suitable for a broad range of downstream applications. Based on the product data, supported uses include PCR-based assays, next-generation sequencing, microarray analysis, mutation profiling, qPCR, ddPCR, and oncology studies. The whole blood kit also reports A260/280 ratios of 1.8–2.0, supporting quality expectations for genomics workflows.

Cambrian’s cartridge-based gDNA workflows support flexible throughput from 1 to 32 samples per run, which is useful for labs that do not want batching pressure. This allows single-sample processing without wasting buffers or plastics while still supporting higher-volume runs when needed. That flexibility is valuable for diagnostic labs, oncology centers, and sequencing facilities with variable daily demand.