Rapid DNA Instrument

Rapid DNA instruments automate the complete DNA profiling workflow from raw biological sample to CODIS-compatible STR profile within 60 to 90 minutes, operating without trained laboratory scientists at the point of sample collection. Border control officers, law enforcement investigators, military identification teams, and mass casualty management units across Pakistan use these instruments to generate DNA comparison results immediately at the sample collection site rather than waiting days for centralized laboratory processing.

The instrument processes a single-use disposable cartridge containing all reagents, microfluidic channels, and detection components required for the full analysis cycle. The operator collects the biological sample on a swab and inserts it into the cartridge inlet before loading the sealed cartridge into the instrument. Internal automated steps perform cell lysis, DNA extraction using magnetic bead capture chemistry, PCR amplification of STR target loci, capillary electrophoresis fragment separation, and fluorescence detection of separated allele peaks without operator intervention after cartridge loading. Additionally, the closed cartridge design prevents cross-contamination between samples and eliminates aerosol exposure risk when processing samples from high-risk biological sources at forward deployment positions.

STR profile output covers the 20 CODIS core loci plus Amelogenin sex marker, producing a complete autosomal profile with match probability below 1 in 10 quadrillion against an unrelated individual. Profile completion rates run above 95% on quality buccal swab and blood swab samples. Furthermore, the instrument generates the profile in an electronic format compatible with direct CODIS database submission and encrypted wireless transfer to central forensic information management systems without intermediate manual data entry steps.

Instrument footprint on current field-deployable platforms runs between 40 and 60 centimeters in any single dimension. Weight stays between 15 and 25 kilograms. Moreover, operating temperature range covers 15°C to 35°C, suiting both air-conditioned vehicle interiors and field command post environments. Power requirements run on 220V AC mains or vehicle inverter supply for flexible deployment configurations.

Tactical Supply Pakistan supplies Rapid DNA instruments to law enforcement forensic units, border management agencies, military identification formations, and disaster victim identification teams requiring automated point-of-collection DNA profiling capability across identity verification and forensic investigation applications throughout Pakistan.