Workflow principle of OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation

The OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation adopts a series of advanced technical principles, including automation technology, magnetic bead separation technology and precise liquid handling technology. The integrated application of these technical principles enables the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation to efficiently and accurately complete the entire process from sample processing to nucleic acid purification. This article will introduce the workflow principle of the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation in detail to help readers better understand the working principle and application value of this advanced equipment.

OT-2 Nucleic Acid Extraction Workstation

1. Principle of automation technology OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation adopts advanced automation technology and realizes precise pipetting, mixing, transfer and other operations of samples and reagents through high-precision mechanical arms and pipettes. These operations are completely controlled by computer programs without manual intervention, thereby reducing human errors and improving the accuracy and repeatability of experiments. The application of automation technology principles enables the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation to complete nucleic acid extraction tasks efficiently and accurately.

2. Principle of magnetic bead separation technology Magnetic bead separation technology is one of the core technologies of the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation. The surface of magnetic beads has been specially modified to produce affinity interactions with nucleic acid molecules (DNA or RNA). During the sample processing process, the magnetic beads are mixed with the sample, so that the nucleic acid molecules combine with the magnetic beads to form nucleic acid-magnetic bead complexes. Then, the magnetic beads bound to the nucleic acid are separated from the solution using the effect of an external magnetic field to achieve preliminary separation of the nucleic acid. Next, impurities and contaminants on the magnetic beads are removed through washing steps to obtain purified nucleic acid. The application of the principle of magnetic bead separation technology enables the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation to complete the isolation and purification of nucleic acids efficiently and quickly.

3. Principle of precise liquid handling technology The OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation also adopts precise liquid handling technology. During the nucleic acid extraction process, parameters such as liquid volume, concentration, and mixing ratio need to be precisely controlled. The OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation achieves precise control of liquid parameters through high-precision pipettes and computer program control. The application of this precise liquid handling technology principle ensures the accuracy and consistency of each step in the nucleic acid extraction process, thereby improving the efficiency and purity of nucleic acid extraction.

4. Integration and application of workflow principles In the workflow of the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation, automation technology, magnetic bead separation technology and precise liquid handling technology principles work together in synergy. First, automated technology enables precise pipetting and mixing of samples and reagents; then, magnetic bead separation technology achieves the isolation and purification of nucleic acids; and finally, precise liquid handling technology ensures the accuracy and consistency of each step. The integrated application of these technical principles enables the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation to efficiently and accurately complete the entire process from sample processing to nucleic acid purification.

The workflow principle of the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation is mainly based on automation technology, magnetic bead separation technology and precise liquid handling technology. The integrated application of these technical principles makes the OT-2 nucleic acid extraction workstation an efficient, accurate and reliable nucleic acid extraction equipment, providing strong support for life science research and clinical diagnosis and other fields.

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