What is STAR BEADS?

STAR BEADS is Cyanagen’s comprehensive family of magnetic bead-based DNA and RNA extraction kits, designed for the rapid, efficient, and reproducible purification of high-quality nucleic acids from a wide variety of biological samples. Developed to meet the needs of both diagnostic laboratories and research facilities, STAR BEADS combines robust performance, streamlined workflows, and broad sample compatibility in a single extraction platform.

The platform utilises innovative magnetic bead technology to selectively capture nucleic acids while efficiently removing contaminants during washing steps. This approach enables the isolation of highly pure DNA and RNA suitable for even the most sensitive molecular biology applications. Following purification, nucleic acids are eluted in RNase-/DNase-free water and are immediately ready for downstream analysis.

STAR BEADS DNA/RNA Extraction Kits deliver the purity, yield, and reproducibility required for modern molecular testing. The portfolio offers comprehensive solutions for both diagnostic and research laboratories, enabling fast and reliable nucleic acid purification from virtually any sample type while supporting seamless integration into automated and high-throughput workflows.

STAR BEADS Product Line at a Glance

The STAR BEADS range is organised into a CE-IVDR-certified portfolio for diagnostic applications and a Research Use Only (RUO) portfolio for research laboratories.

STAR BEADS IVD Portfolio (CE-IVDR Certified)

STAR BEADS RUO Portfolio (Research Use Only)

Why Choose the STAR BEADS Family

Advanced Magnetic Bead Technology

The STAR BEADS platform utilises innovative magnetic bead technology to selectively capture nucleic acids while efficiently removing contaminants during washing steps, enabling the isolation of highly pure DNA and RNA suitable for even the most sensitive molecular biology applications. Nucleic acids are eluted in RNase-/DNase-free water and are immediately ready for downstream analysis.

High-Quality, Reproducible Results

STAR BEADS extraction kits deliver consistent and reproducible results across different sample types, with high nucleic acid yield and purity for optimal assay performance. Temperature-stable reagents simplify storage and handling, while minimal hands-on time improves laboratory efficiency and extracted nucleic acids are directly compatible with downstream molecular applications, eliminating additional purification steps.

Comprehensive IVD Portfolio for Diagnostics

The STAR BEADS CE-IVDR-certified range supports a broad spectrum of diagnostic applications, from viral detection, including SARS-CoV-2, to a wide panel of viral, bacterial and protozoal pathogens, and genomic DNA purification from blood and saliva.

Flexible RUO Portfolio for Research

For research laboratories, STAR BEADS offers a versatile range of RUO kits covering multiple sample types and nucleic acid targets, from challenging matrices such as FFPE tissues and environmental samples to genomic DNA, total RNA, and cell-free DNA for liquid biopsy applications.

Seamless Integration into Automated Workflows

STAR BEADS kits are compatible with the most widely used automated extraction systems, supporting high-throughput laboratory workflows and seamless integration into existing diagnostic and research pipelines.