FULLY INTEGRATED DNA DATABASE SOLUTION
with features that provide powerful functionality from crime scene to court
KEY FEATURES
- rapidDNA handles samples from any source and profiles from any commercially available STR kit as well as Y-STR and Mitochondrial DNA.
- rapidDNA can be used as a front-end to CODIS or as a stand-alone DNA Database solution.
- Modules include LIMS, Expert System and sophisticated matching functionality.
- With a scalable multi-tier architecture for large national implementations, rapidDNA has been designed for ease of use that also suits the smallest satellite DNA labs and minimizes training requirements. The scalable database and matching system has already been tested with more that a Million profiles so users can be assured that the system is robust enough to handle even unforeseen growth with ease.
- rapidDNA retrieves sample information and generates a DNA worksheet for all steps in the DNA analysis process: preparation, extraction, quantification, amplification and analysis.
- Robust recording features. User logging in with a user name and password with a strict audit trail to track changes. All chain-of-custody transactions will require authentication.
- rapidDNA assigned barcode to each sample once a sample has been submitted to the DNA workflow. It can be tracked throughout the system.
- rapidDNA integrates and tracks all processing instruments on a real time basis. Users can configure the instruments in selected lab processes, including description, instrument prefix bar code and its current status as well as prepare sample sheets easily.
- Report can be generated using Microsoft Word and can be printed or exported in a pdf format.
- All rapidDNA functionality is provided from a server located either on the organisation’s internal network or accessed through a LAN, leased line, or WiFi network. No software needs to be installed on the user’s computer. The only requirement is that the user has a browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla FireFox, Google Chrome, or Safari. This makes it possible to expand the system at any time, provide access to remote users, and control what modules different users can access.
- Forensic DNA analysis is an evolving technology. Every year new kits, equipment, and protocols become available. rapidDNA can be quickly adapted to new processes and also allows users create new allele designation rules. As all data is captured on the system, longitudinal research can be carried out on analyser, kit, or analyst performance.
- rapidDNA is compatible with commercial chemistries, including but not limited to:
GlobalFiler™ 6-Dye™
Identifiler®
MiniFiler®
Y-Filer™ Plus
PowerPlex®16
PowerPlex®ESI
PowerPlex®Y-23
SureID® STR
Investigator®24Plex
Investigator®DIPplex
PowerPlex®Fusion 5 and 6 Dye
iPLEX STR™
InnoTyper® 21
STANDARD LIMS FEATURES
- Robust recording features.
- User logging in with a user name and password.
- Tight controls are placed on fields that are allowed to be edited, with a strict audit trail to track changes.
- All chain-of-custody transactions require authentication when person-to-person transfers are conducted.
- rapidDNA retrieves sample information and generates a DNA worksheet for all steps in the DNA analysis process: preparation, extraction, quantitation, amplification and analysis.
- This worksheet provides ongoing workflow information with configurable columns, with an option to print documentation at each step if a hard copy is required.
- Once a sample has been submitted to the DNA workflow, rapidDNA has the ability to batch samples across different cases, analysts, etc. who performs various steps in the workflow and enters data are precisely tracked.
- Barcode is assigned to samples to create a unique identifier in order to be tracked throughout the system.
- Ability to exchange information with multiple DNA instruments through a network connection or manual file transfer.
- A load list is produced for the designated instrument and the result files created by the instrument are imported back to the LIMS.
- This saves time and reduces transcription errors providing higher level of quality without sacrificing throughput.
- Results from the analysis or resulting profile can be included.
- rapidDNA uses Microsoft Word as the report-writing tool for its ease of formatting and spell-checking.
- Data can be automatically populated to save time and decrease the possibility of errors.
- The report templates can be configured to suit any requirements.
CONNECTING TO LAB INSTRUMETS
rapidDNA can be integrated with most lab instruments such as liquid handling robots, automated puncher, real time PCR and genetic analyzers.
Key features include:
- Integrate and track all instruments.
- Prepare sample sheet for sample loading.
- Retrieve data generated from all instruments.
- Allow quicker sample turn around time.
Lab equipment management functions include:
- Instrument registration.
- Instrument search.
- Maintenance record.
- Maintenance search.
More customisations available on request.
ALLELE CALLING SOFTWARE
To fulfil ISO/IEC 17025 for Legal (including Forensic Science) testing for accreditted laboratory, rapidDNA offers an additional DNA fragment analysis software for Quality Assurance purpose.
User has an option to choose between rapidCALL and GeneMarker® HID when making a purchase.
rapidCALL, our in-house developed Allele calling software.
Key features include:
- Users friendly interface.
- Compatible with output (.FSA, .HID) from all models of Genetic analysers from Thermo Fisher Scientific.
- Compatible with chemistries (kits) from Thermo Fisher Scientific, Qiagen, Promega and InnoGenomics.
rapidCALL is equipped with relationship testing and database searching and matching to aid in familial search which is essential in missing person identification and paternity testing.
rapidCALL is also capable to handle Y-STR and Mitochondrial analysis.
GeneMarker® HID - NDIS-APPROVED ALLELE CALLING SOFTWARE FROM SoftGenetics®
GeneMarker® HID human identity software is an excellent choice for all forensic profiling applications. This expert system software can be employed as a "biologist-friendly" replacement for GeneScan®/GenoTyper® or as an alternative to GeneMapper® ID and GeneMapper® IDX human identification software, reducing analyst required edits by 18-73% per sample. GeneMarker® HID is concordant with GeneMapper®ID and GeneMapper®IDX and compatible with ABI®PRISM 310, 3100, 3130, 3730, 3500 CE output (.fsa, .hid) and chemistries (including GlobalFiler™ 6-Dye™, Identifiler®, Minifiler®, PowerPlex®16, PowerPlex®ESI, PowerPlex®Fusion 5 and 6 Dye, Investigator®24Plex, Investigator®DIPplex and SureID® STR chemistries) uses advanced Windows® technology that is intuitive and easy to learn. In addition to standard STR analysis, GeneMarker HID software has been optimized to analyze profiles from YSTRs, Low Copy Number LCN samples, ABI's MiniFiler™ Kit, and replicate sample consensus. GeneMarker HID software includes applications to assist experts with Mixture Analysis. Relationship testing and database searching for matching/near matching profiles and familial search capabilities, which are essential for crime scene investigation, missing persons identification and paternity testing. GeneMarker HID software has been validated by forensic labs world-wide and has many time-saving tools, including an automated contamination check, to reduce casework backlogs and analyst fatigue.
CONNECT TO EXTERNAL SYSTEMS
rapidDNA can interact with external systems in your organization including CODIS (optional customisation).
Key features include:
- Eliminates duplicate data entry.
- Data can be exported to other software.
- Statistical data can be added into rapidDNA to improve data quality.
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