Degradation and contamination of biological samples have been obstacles to scientific study, and may be particularly problematic in highly sensitive molecular-analysis techniques (e.g., PCR of low copy DNA). Use of cryogenic freezing methods for environmental/forensic sample extraction and preservation may often be too impractical to be employed.
Xpedition Lysis/Stabilization Solution is used in conjunction with mechanical lysis for efficient extraction/preservation of DNA in sample lysates for long periods of time without the need for refrigeration. When used with Zymo Research's BashingBead Lysis Tubes and Xpedition Sample Processor, the researcher/investigator can "Take the Lab to the Field"? and to the site of remote sample collection. The solution is compatible for use with many of Zymo Research's existing DNA isolation technologies and is included with all Xpedition DNA Miniprep Kits.