RAPID & PORTABLE DNA EXTRACTION FROM WATER SAMPLES
Extract and enrich microbial DNA from up to 20 mL of water in under 30 minutes — no centrifuge, no cold chain. SwiftX™ DNA Water delivers high-quality results anytime, anywhere.
Trusted by researchers. Designed for the field.
SwiftX™ DNA Water kit enables efficient, species-independent DNA extraction from environmental water, including wastewater. Capture and lyse bacteria, parasites, and fungi from up to 20 mL of sample using a magnetic protocol validated by leading wastewater surveillance researchers.
The resulting lysates are fully compatible with qPCR, dPCR, and long-read sequencing technologies like Oxford Nanopore.
Who is this kit for?
Designed for researchers, NGOs, public health labs, and AMR surveillance programs working in decentralized or resource-limited settings.
Validated by peer-reviewed studies
Rapid identification of pathogens in wastewater using reverse purification
Validated by Schurig et al. (2023, 2024), SwiftX™ DNA Water outperformed spin column methods in sensitivity and speed:
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Detected as low as 10 cells/reaction for E. coli, 1-10 cells/reaction for S. aureus, and 2 oocysts/reaction for C. parvum using real-time PCR
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Outperformed spin columns in inhibitor-rich samples for DNA yield and detection sensitivity
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Recovered higher microbial diversity and longer read lengths in unfiltered wastewater using Oxford Nanopore sequencing
Publications:
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Schurig et al., Microorganisms (2023) | Read study
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Schurig et al., ACS ES&T Water (2024) | Read study
Microbial profiles from wastewater using SwiftX DNA Water vs. spin columns. SwiftX reverse purification yields higher read counts and greater microbial diversity, especially in unfiltered samples (Schurig et al., ACS ES&T Water, 2024)
Designed for environmental monitoring, pathogen surveillance, and microbiome research
SwiftX™ DNA Water empowers researchers and routine laboratories to rapidly extract high-quality microbial DNA from (waste)water samples — including bacteria, parasitic protozoa, and fungi — in under 30 minutes, with no need for centrifugation. The extracted DNA is ready for a wide range of downstream applications such as qPCR, digital PCR, isothermal amplification, microarray analysis, and next-generation sequencing, even from challenging, inhibitor-rich samples.
While not intended for clinical diagnosis, SwiftX™ DNA Water streamlines workflows for water quality assessment, AMR studies, and rapid response to public health threats, supporting robust molecular analysis and accelerating environmental genomics.
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Prices and Accessories
SXDW-25
SwiftX™ DNA Water (RUO) – 25 extractions
Kit includes reagents for microbial DNA extraction from environmental water: Buffer DWC, Buffer TLS, Beads A, Tubes G 0.1
174.00€
All prices without logistics costs.
MAG-12
Magnetic separation rack for 12x 1.5mL to 2mL microtubes (more info)
Accessory for efficient use of the SwiftX™ DNA Water kit
149.00€
MAG -4x5 and -1x50
Magnetic separation rack for 4 x 5mL tubes and 1 x 50mL tube (more info)
Accessory for efficient use of the SwiftX™ DNA Water kit. For larger volumes up to 50 mL.
129.00€
Simpler, faster workflows — no centrifugation needed
With SwiftX™ DNA Water, you can skip laborious spin columns. Extract high-quality DNA from up to 20 mL samples using:
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A magnetic separation rack
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A heating block (~95 °C)
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Vortexer
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Standard lab tubes (1.5 mL & 50 mL)
Time to results: ~25 minutes
Broad Downstream Compatibility
SwiftX™ DNA Water yields both intracellular and extracellular (environmental) DNA, enabling robust molecular workflows across diverse detection and surveillance platforms.
Optimized for use in complex and inhibitor-rich matrices, the extracts support:
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Quantitative and digital PCR (qPCR, dPCR) for sensitive, targeted pathogen detection
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Long-read using Oxford Nanopore™ platforms and short read sequencing platforms for comprehensive taxonomic and functional profiling
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Microbiome and resistome analysis, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) monitoring, and environmental DNA (eDNA) surveys in public health and ecological studies
Greener diagnostics
Our reverse purification method requires fewer plastic consumables, supports ambient-temperature workflows, and minimizes waste — helping you reduce lab footprint while maintaining top performance.
Unmatched performance in dirty matrices
Validated limit of detection:
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S. aureus: 1–10 cells/reaction
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E. coli: 10 cells/reaction
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C. parvum: 2 oocysts/reaction
DNA sample post-purification fully compatible with Nanopore, qPCR, dPCR.
Outperformed spin columns in sensitivity and DNA yield.
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SwiftX DNA Water technical guides and resources
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What types of organisms can I extract?
Bacteria, parasitic protozoa (e.g., Cryptosporidium), and fungi. Not intended for viral nucleic acid extraction.
What equipment is needed?
- Magnetic separation rack (MAG-12 or MAG-1x50/MAG-4x5)
- Heating block (95 °C)
- Vortexer
- Pipettes + tips
- Microcentrifuge tubes (1.5 mL)
- Sample tubes (up to 50 mL)
Does SwiftX DNA Water contains dangerous chemicals or requires solvents?
No. All reagents are non-hazardous and ready to use. No ethanol or isopropanol required.
What water volumes can be processed?
Up to 20 mL. For smaller volumes, scale Buffer DWC to 10% of sample volume. Do not adjust Beads A.
Can I capture DNA from fish, frogs, or metazoan species?
The kit captures cellular DNA and eDNA from a wide range of organisms. Performance is validated for microbial species; results may vary for metazoans.
How should extracts be stored?
Up to 7 days at 4–8 °C, or up to 4 weeks at −20 °C.
