eNAT
COPANeNAT® Nucleic Acid Collection and Preservation Medium
The Copan eNAT® System is designed to collect, transport, and preserve clinical specimens for nucleic acid amplification analysis. The eNAT® medium ensures the stabilization and preservation of RNA/DNA for extended periods and is compatible with various commercial nucleic acid extraction and amplification platforms.
Diverse Fields of Application
- FLOQSwabs®: These swabs ensure quick, capillarity-driven sample uptake and superior elution of biological specimens, enhancing downstream diagnostic testing capabilities.
- Molecular Assay Compatibility: eNAT® has been validated with numerous molecular assays and is formatted for use with automatic specimen processors, offering space-saving, instrument-ready tubes.
- RNA and DNA Stabilization: The eNAT® medium, based on guanidine thiocyanate, inactivates nucleases and stabilizes RNA and DNA from viruses, bacteria, chlamydia, protozoa, and mycoplasma.
- Rapid Inactivation: eNAT® ensures complete microbial inactivation within 30 minutes, providing safe specimen handling, processing, and transport.
Fields of Application
- Respiratory Diseases: Available in regular, minitip, and flexible minitip formats.
- Gastrointestinal Diseases: Available in regular format.
- STI & HPV: Available in regular and L-shape formats.
- Genetics & Microbiome: Available in regular format.
Laboratory Handling & Processing
Samples collected with the Copan eNAT® system are suitable for use with commercial nucleic acid extraction and amplification platforms. Scientific literature supports the use of eNAT® for sample collection and transport prior to various downstream processes, including:
- Molecular-based assays
- Next Generation Sequencing
The eNAT® system is a robust solution for the collection and preservation of clinical specimens, offering compatibility with various molecular assays and platforms, and ensuring safe and effective sample handling and transport.