DNA/RNA Shield from Zymo Research is a DNA and RNA transport and stabilisation solution for nucleic acids in any biological sample. DNA/RNA Shield preserves the genetic integrity and expression profiles of samples at ambient temperatures and completely inactivates infectious agents (viruses, bacteria, fungi, & parasites). This unique DNA and RNA stabilisation solution also prevents degradation from freeze-thaw cycling and unexpected freezer failures.
Benefits of using DNA/RNA Shield
• Prefilled devices, bulk reagents and custom fills available
• CE-IVD and RUO formats available
• Preserves RNA integrity
• Deactivates pathogens (viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites)
• Safe, room temperature, shipping and handling
• Compatible with most RNA extraction kits, without reagent removal
• In use in numerous NHS and private testing labs in the UK and globally
Nucleic acid stabilisation without cold chain
Prefilled devices, bulk reagent and customs fills available
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DNA/RNA Shield Reagent
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Faecal collection tube
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Swab collection tube
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Blood collection tube
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Saliva collection kit
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Lysis tubes
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Urine conditioning buffer
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Faecal
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Saliva
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Environmental samples
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Urine
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Complete pathogen inactivation
DNA/RNA Shield has been rigorously tested for its ability to deactivate a wide range of pathogens, including MERS coronavirus, Ebola and M. tuberculosis, without the need for additional steps, such as heat-treatment, homogenisation or alcohol sterilisation. In an independent study, the virucidal activity was shown to inactivate murine parvovirus1. DNA/RNA Shield abides by the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) guidelines for pathogen inactivation2.
Inactivation of SARS-CoV-2 with DNA/RNA Shield
| Pathogen type | Species inactivated |
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| Viruses | MERS-coronavirus, Parvovirus, Chikungunya virus, Dengue virus, Ebola virus, Herpes simplex virus-1, Herpes simplex virus-2, Influenza A, Rhinovirus, West Nile virus |
| Bacteria | B. subtilis, E. faecalis, E. coli, L. fermentum, L. monocytogenes, M. tuberculosis, P. aeruginosa, S. enterica, S. aureus, S. pneumoniae, X. fastidiosa |
| Yeast and eukaryotes | C. albicans , C. neoformans , S. cerevisiae , P. malariae |
1. Dr. Thraenhart and Dr. Jursch. Virucidal activity of the nucleic acid preservation product “DNA/RNA Shield™” against the murine parvovirus (MVM) at 20 °C.
2. Guidance on the inactivation or removal of select agents and toxins for future use. Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Zymo Research COVID antigen testing FDA EUA workflow
DNA/RNA Shield is a key component of the Zymo Research COVID antigen testing workflow, which has been granted an EUA by the FDA. More information can be found here.
Material available for download
DNA/RNA Shield: For safe, effective COVID-19 surveillance
DNA/RNA Shield swab collection kit protocol
DNA/RNA Shield protocol
DNA/RNA Shield MSDS
Eurovir® DNA/RNA Shield test report
DNA/RNA Shield inactivation citations
DNA/RNA Shield COVID-19 inactivation declaration
Inactivation of SARS-CoV-2 with DNA/RNA Shield
DNA/RNA Shield Lysis Tube protocol
DNA/RNA Shield Lysis & Collection Tubes recommended purification kits
Free samples
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Products
Note: product availability depends on country - see product detail page.
| Details | Cat number & supplier | Size | Price |
| DNA/ RNA Shield R1100-50 · Zymo Research | R1100-50 Zymo Research |
50 ml |
£84.00
50 ml
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| DNA/ RNA Shield R1100-250 · Zymo Research | R1100-250 Zymo Research |
250 ml |
£297.00
250 ml
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| DNA/RNA Shield R1100-1L-PUR · Zymo Research | R1100-1L-PUR Zymo Research |
1000 ml |
£868.00
1000 ml
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| DNA/ RNA Shield (2X Concentrate) R1200-25 · Zymo Research | R1200-25 Zymo Research |
25 ml |
£79.00
25 ml
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| DNA/ RNA Shield (2X Concentrate) R1200-125 · Zymo Research | R1200-125 Zymo Research |
125 ml |
£280.00
125 ml
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Lysis Tube with Swab (0.1 & 0.5 mm) - Microbe R1104 · Zymo Research | R1104 Zymo Research |
50 pack |
£369.00
50 pack
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Lysis Tube (2 mm) - Tissue R1105 · Zymo Research | R1105 Zymo Research |
50 pack |
£308.00
50 pack
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Collection Tube R1102 · Zymo Research | R1102 Zymo Research |
50 pack |
£246.00
50 pack
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Blood Collection Tube R1150 · Zymo Research | R1150 Zymo Research |
50 pack |
£554.00
50 pack
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Fecal Collection Tube R1101 · Zymo Research | R1101 Zymo Research |
10 pack |
£111.00
10 pack
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| DNA/ RNA Shield Lysis Tubes (0.1 & 0.5 mm) - Microbe R1103 · Zymo Research | R1103 Zymo Research |
50 pack |
£308.00
50 pack
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