scholarly journals Rapid DNA Extraction from Dried Blood Spots on Filter Paper: Potential Applications in Biobanking

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 351-357 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eun-Hye Choi ◽  
Sang Kwang Lee ◽  
Chunhwa Ihm ◽  
Young-Hak Sohn
1987 ◽  
Vol 75 (3) ◽  
pp. 213-216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward R. B. McCabe ◽  
Shu-Zhen Huang ◽  
William K. Seltzer ◽  
Martha L. Law

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Dhanasekaran ◽  
G. Dhinakar Raj ◽  
A. R. Vignesh ◽  
S. T. Selvan ◽  
B. Prakash ◽  
...  

AbstractAccurate sex identification of pure line chickens in their early age has significant economic impact in breeding industry. In the recent years, range of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) based sex determination techniques are routinely used to identify the sex of parent lines in breeding industries, however purified DNA is a prerequisite. Hence this study was aimed to develop a rapid and inexpensive PCR based gender identification method for chicken using whole blood samples and dried blood spots as template for PCR without DNA extraction. In addition, practicability of two W-chromosome specific gene targets in chicken for sex determination also characterised. Successful amplification of sex specific fragments and an internal control was achieved with the range of 0.125μl and 0.250μl volume of whole blood on filter paper (~1 mm) prepared from chicken and dried blood spot. This technique does not require DNA extraction, freeze/thawing of blood samples, pre-treatment with any reagents, dilution of whole blood or dried blood spots on filter paper. It can be carried out with commercially available Taq polymerase enzymes with increased concentration of MgCl2 (3 mM) and 0.5% of DMSO without optimisation of PCR buffers. In conclusion, as compared to the existing PCR based sex identification techniques, the present approach is relatively economic, time saving, requires minimal steps and eliminates the need for DNA extraction.


2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 431-435 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Carolina Breier ◽  
Jaqueline Cé ◽  
Jamila Mezzalira ◽  
Vanessa V. Daitx ◽  
Vitoria C. Moraes ◽  
...  

1996 ◽  
Vol 52 (4) ◽  
pp. 308-309
Author(s):  
B. Schweiger ◽  
C. Kücherer ◽  
C. Fleischer ◽  
H. v. Spreckelsen ◽  
P. Zablocki-Kaiser ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 656-679 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey D Freeman ◽  
Lori M Rosman ◽  
Jeremy D Ratcliff ◽  
Paul T Strickland ◽  
David R Graham ◽  
...  

Abstract BACKGROUND Advancements in the quality and availability of highly sensitive analytical instrumentation and methodologies have led to increased interest in the use of microsamples. Among microsamples, dried blood spots (DBS) are the most well-known. Although there have been a variety of review papers published on DBS, there has been no attempt at describing the full range of analytes measurable in DBS, or any systematic approach published for characterizing the strengths and weaknesses associated with adoption of DBS analyses. CONTENT A scoping review of reviews methodology was used for characterizing the state of the science in DBS. We identified 2018 analytes measured in DBS and found every common analytic method applied to traditional liquid samples had been applied to DBS samples. Analytes covered a broad range of biomarkers that included genes, transcripts, proteins, and metabolites. Strengths of DBS enable its application in most clinical and laboratory settings, and the removal of phlebotomy and the need for refrigeration have expanded biosampling to hard-to-reach and vulnerable populations. Weaknesses may limit adoption in the near term because DBS is a nontraditional sample often requiring conversion of measurements to plasma or serum values. Opportunities presented by novel methodologies may obviate many of the current limitations, but threats around the ethical use of residual samples must be considered by potential adopters. SUMMARY DBS provide a wide range of potential applications that extend beyond the reach of traditional samples. Current limitations are serious but not intractable. Technological advancements will likely continue to minimize constraints around DBS adoption.


1986 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 211-213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. Bergqvist ◽  
Ö. Ericsson ◽  
M. Rais

2007 ◽  
Vol 53 (8) ◽  
pp. 1401-1407 ◽  
Author(s):  
Malin Ida Linnea Sjöholm ◽  
Joakim Dillner ◽  
Joyce Carlson

Abstract Background: Dried blood spots (DBS) are a convenient and inexpensive method for biobanking. Although many countries have established population-based DBS biobanks from neonatal screening programs, the quality and usefulness of DNA from DBS have not been extensively assessed. Methods: We compared 4 common DNA extraction methods (Qiagen, EZNA, Chelex 100, and alkaline lysis) in a pilot study using fresh DBS with known lymphocyte count. We assessed suitability for multiple displacement amplification (MDA) and subsequent single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) analyses. We selected the EZNA method for DNA extraction from archival samples up to 27 years old, stored at room temperature or −20 °C, and SNP analyses were performed after MDA. Results: Extraction using alkaline lysis failed in most tests, and Chelex 100 was unsuccessful in real-time PCR, whereas the EZNA and Qiagen methods were successful by all evaluated quality indices. DNA extraction by EZNA, MDA, and SNP analyses were successful for the archival samples stored at −20 °C. Conclusion: Routine protocols for evaluation of the quality and functional integrity of DNA based on DNA yield, DNA size, and quantification of amplifiable DNA allow use of sufficient template for MDA and successful SNP analyses from both primary DBS extract and MDA product. A single 3-mm disc can yield sufficient DNA for several thousand SNP analyses. DNA from DBS is thus suitable for genetic epidemiology studies.


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