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Find reviews from other scientists on lab products ideal for use in the cannabis testing industry, from CBD analysis to plant pathogens

20 May 2023
Ellen Simms
Product and Reviews Editor

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Choosing the right lab equipment can be a complex decision. That’s why SelectScience® lab product reviews can be a valuable tool, enabling you to make an informed choice and hear what other scientists involved in the cannabis testing industry have to say about the products they use every day.

We’ve collated some reviews on notable laboratory equipment for cannabis testing that could enhance your lab’s results and workflows. From reagents and lab essentials to specialized cannabis technology, find out the experiences other lab managers, researchers and technicians have had with these products.

Quick-RNA Plant Kit by Zymo Research

Application area: RNA extraction from cannabis plants.

“I was looking for a kit to extract RNA from plant tissue to be used for virus detection. Plants often have secondary metabolites making nucleic acid extraction of downstream reactions difficult. The kit worked great for my cannabis plants and subsequent qRT-PCR!” Sabine Zacate, Thomas More University.

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CFX96 Touch™ Deep Well Real-Time PCR Detection System by Bio-Rad

Application area: Plant pathogen testing.

“The qPCR uses a multi-channel fluorescence detector, therefore, can detect up to 6 targets in a single reaction. It is a cost-effective and time-saving option to set up in-house assays for any cannabis producer.” Manu Gangola, University of Saskatchewan.

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Cannabidiolic Acid (CBDA) Standard by Restek Corp.

Application area: Quality control.

“We consistently achieve repeatable results with this product.” Kawai Medeiros, MRX Labs.

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Raptor™ ARC-18 LC Columns by Restek Corp.

Application area: Analysis of CBD.

“Achieved good separation of many different CBD compounds.” Edwin Srisan, Analytical Food Labs.

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LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer by Orange Photonics, Inc.

Application area: Cannabis extraction processing.

“The LightLab 3 is an essential, easy-to-use tool that provides me results asap. The software walks me through SOP.” John MacKay, Synergistic Technology Associates.

Agilent 1220 Infinity II LC System by Agilent Technologies

Application area: Cannabis analysis.

“This equipment is very user-friendly, and we receive reproducible high-quality results on our cannabis analysis.” Alison Kaskey, Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.

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Agilent 1220 Infinity II LC System

Agilent Technologies

The 1220 Infinity II LC is an integrated system for routine HPLC analysis in analytical and QA/QC labs. Based on the proven technology of the InfinityLab LC Series, the system's high quality and performance help you achieve maximum return on investment and lowest cost of ownership from day one.

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Quick-RNA Plant Kit

Zymo Research

High Quality: Extract intact high quality total RNA (including small/micro RNAs) from a wide variety of plant samples. Homogenization: Ultra-high density BashingBead technology for complete disruption and sample lysis. Inhibitor-Free: RNA is ready for all downstream applications including sequencing, RT-PCR, microarray, etc.   The Quick-RNA Plant Miniprep Kit provides for rapid isolation of RNA from various plant samples (e.g. leaves, stems, buds, flowers, fruit, seeds etc.). For purification of total RNA including small RNAs (~50 µg), the Quick-RNA Plant Miniprep features a specially formulated RNA Lysis Buffer. The Zymo-Spin IIICG Column allows for high-capacity DNA elimination and the subsequent Zymo-Spin IIC Column efficiently adsorbs total RNA. The RNA is washed and then eluted with DNase/RNase-Free Water. For inhibitor removal, the eluted RNA can be treated by running the sample through the Zymo-Spin III-HRC Spin Filters. The RNA is suitable for use in various subsequent procedures including RT-PCR.

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