The DermaSwab DNA Collection Kit is a complete and standardised solution for the collection and stabilisation of skin microbiome samples, designed for easy and intuitive use. The straightforward handling procedure makes the kit suitable not only for laboratory settings but also for use by non‑professional users, such as in decentralised or self‑collection studies. The kit includes a Skin DNA Stabilizer Tube that stabilises the collected microbial DNA immediately after sampling, ensuring sample integrity from collection through to downstream analysis.
For sample collection, the swab is moistened with the provided saline solution and swabbed across the skin for 30–60 seconds. The swab is then transferred into the Skin DNA Stabilizer Tube, where microbial DNA is immediately stabilised. The stabilisation solution preserves microbial DNA for up to 6 months at room temperature, while maintaining the original microbial composition present at the time of sampling.
The DermaSwab DNA Collection Kit enables flexible sample transport and storage without the need for cold‑chain logistics, simplifying study logistics and sample handling. For subsequent DNA extraction, the use of the PSP® Spin Skin DNA Kit is recommended, providing a fully integrated workflow for skin microbiome DNA analysis, PCR, and next‑generation sequencing (NGS) applications.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Downstream application | PCR based assays, NGS, 16S rRNA gene sequencing, shotgun metagenomic sequencing, and hybridization based microbial profiling techniques. |
| Recommended extraction kit | For DNA extraction the PSP® Spin Skin DNA Kit should be used. |
| Stabilized targets | Bacterial DNA |
| Starting material | Skin swab samples from all skin types (dry, wet, sebaceous) |
| Device specification | Skin DNA Stabilizer tube (LxØ): 80 mm x 12 mm |
| Storage/Stabilisation | Sample stabilization for 6 months at RT |
| Volume of DNA Stabilizer | 650 µl |
| Technology | Spin column |
| Certification | RUO |
22 APR 2026
| Product Name | Package Size | Catalogue No. |
|---|---|---|
| DermaSwab DNA Collection Kit | 50 Preps | 1035241100 |
The DermaSwab DNA Collection Kit is designed for easy and intuitive handling and can be used by non‑professional users as well as trained laboratory personnel. Its simple workflow makes it suitable for self‑collection studies, decentralised sampling, and clinical or academic research environments.
For sample collection, the sterile swab is moistened with the provided saline solution and swabbed across the skin area with gentle pressure for 30–60 seconds. The swab is then placed into the Skin DNA Stabilizer Tube, where the collected microbial DNA is immediately stabilised.
Once transferred into the Skin DNA Stabilizer Tube, microbial DNA is preserved for up to 6 months at room temperature, while maintaining the original microbial composition present at the time of sampling. This allows flexible sample storage and transport without cold‑chain requirements.
For optimal results, the PSP® Spin Skin DNA Kit is recommended for downstream DNA extraction. Together, both kits provide a fully integrated workflow for skin microbiome DNA analysis, including PCR based assays and next generation sequencing (NGS).
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