FTA® Cards

• Capture nucleic acids rapidly in one easy step
• Nucleic acids are available for downstream applications in less than 30 minutes
• Store nucleic acids for years at room temperature
• FTA Cards are available in a variety of configurations to meet application equirements–Custom configurations are available on request

Capture and Protect Nucleic Acids in One Easy Step

FTA® Cards utilize Whatman’s patented FTA Technology to simplify the handling and processing of nucleic acids. Simply apply your sample to the FTA Card. Cell membranes are lysed and nucleic acids are immobilized on the card for transport,
immediate processing or long-term room temperature storage. Captured nucleic acids are protected from nucleases, oxidation, and UV damage. FTA Cards inactivate organisms including blood
borne pathogens and prevent the growth of bacteria and other
microorganisms.

Store Nucleic Acids at Room Temperature for Years

Genomic DNA stored on FTA Cards at room temperature for over 11 years has been successfully amplified by PCR. No other product can make that claim.
FTA Cards offer a compact room temperature storage system that reduces the need for precious freezer space, improves sample accessibility and reduces storage costs.

Use with Virtually any Cell Type

The following is a partial list of the cell types that can be applied to FTA Cards

Captured Nucleic Acid is Ready for Downstream Applications in Less than 30 Minutes

Captured nucleic acids are ready for purification when you are. Just take a sample disc from the FTA Card, wash with FTA
Purification Reagent and rinse with TE-1 buffer. The washed disc is ready to use in applications such as PCR, RFLP analysis, and RT-PCR.
A Protocol for Elution of DNA from FTA Cards for human identification studies, i.e., identification of CODIS loci, is available.
Contact Technical Services for more information.

FTA Purification Reagent
Removes heme, PCR inhibitors, and other potential contaminants to ensure superior quality DNA for downstream analysis.

FTA Gene Card Tray
Holds two FTA Gene Cards for use in automatic liquid handling systems.

Sterile Foam Tipped Applicator
Easy-to-use applicator for the noninvasive collection and transfer of buccal cells to FTA Cards.

Harris Micro Punches, Disposable Uni-Core Punches and Cutting Mat

For the precise sample disc removal from FTA Cards. The 1.2mm Punches are recommended for use with whole blood and samples with high DNA content. The 2.0mm Punches are recommended for use with buccal cells, plasmids, and samples with lower DNA content.

Multi-Barrier Pouches
For transporting or storing FTA Cards. Protects cards from environmental contamination. Tamper-evident seal maintains sample security for forensics samples. A resealable pouch is also available when multiple access to FTA cards is needed.

FTA Card Mailer
A rigid protective cardboard mailer for transporting FTA Cards without biohazard labeling.

Storage Desiccant Packets
Ensure that FTA Cards remain dry during transport or storage. Contains indicator that changes color to verify moisture adsorption.