Validation of the Eppendorf epMotion® 5075 TMX System for use with an Automated Forensic DNA Extraction Kit.

This application note describes an automated method for obtaining genomic DNA from biological samples suitable for real-time qPCR and STR profiling. The Eppendorf epMotion® 5075 TMX, automated extraction method compared with manual techniques was found to minimise hands on time with a run of a maximum of 96 samples taking approximately 2.5 hours. This liquid handling system interfaces with the computer epBlue software.