myNAT™ Sample-to-Answer PCR Open Panel Instrument
myNAT™ Sample-to-Answer Open Panel PCR Instrument
myNAT™ by OnsiteGene is a compact, all-in-one molecular diagnostics system for fast, flexible, and high-sensitivity nucleic acid panel testing. Featuring an open cartridge design for user-loaded reagents and 1–8 sample throughput, myNAT™ integrates magnetic bead extraction and multiplex real-time PCR—delivering results in just 35 minutes for up to 20 targets (expandable to 40).
With ultra-low-cost sealed cartridges and room temperature stability for 12 months, myNAT™ is ideal for point-of-care testing. Its XDive module breakthrough design and performance have earned selection by the NIH RADx Program, aiming for sub-10-minute result turnaround.
Key Product Highlights of myNAT™
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Compact & Portable (1–8 samples)
Lightweight (7.6 kg), easy to deploy anywhere. -
Fully Automated, Contamination-Free Workflow
Integrated magnetic bead extraction, real-time PCR, and melt curve analysis in a sealed cartridge. -
Flexible Multiplex PCR Panel Testing
Supports 1–16/20 targets across 4 PCR tubes, expandable to 40 targets. -
Cost-Optimized Cartridge Design
Sealed cartridge reduces per-test cost, enables high-volume production, and controls aerosol contamination—ideal for cost-sensitive settings. -
Scalable & Flexible System
Supports random-access testing and multi-unit configurations (1 to 64 samples). -
Room Temperature Stability
Test kits and cartridges use dried reagents with 12-month shelf life at room temperature. -
Compliant Manufacturing
Produced in ISO 13485–audited facilities to meet regulatory and quality standards. -
Certified Product Safety
Complies with EN61010 and EN61326 safety standards. -
Broad Sample Compatibility
Valid with swabs, saliva, sputum, blood, urine, feces, and tissue samples.
myNAT™ Instrument Specifications
Sample throughput
1 sample (myNAT-1), 8 samples (myNAT-8)
Cartridge format
Closed, preloaded with extraction/PCR reagents or user loaded
Sample-to-Answer time
35 minutes
Sample volume
100-500 μL
PCR reaction volume
10–50 μL
Panel Layout
4 PCR tubes (up to 16/20 targets), expandable to 40 targets
Sensitivity (Resolution)
Target concentration changes as small as 2-fold differences can be detected in single-plex fluorescence reactions
Dynamic Range
8-fold dilution gradient
Optical Channels
Fam™, Hex™, Rox™, Cy5™; Optional: Cy5.5™
Sample Type
Swabs, blood, sputum, feces, urine, tissue, etc.
Operation
Touch screen interface
Weight
7.6 kg (myNAT-1), 18.0 kg (myNAT-8)
Dimensions (WxDxH)
150x360x380 mm (myNAT-1), 260x440x480 mm (myNAT-8)
Power Rating
100V–240V AC, 50/60Hz
Software
The embedded touchscreen software provides a seamless, intuitive interface for efficient operation. Fully integrated into the instrument, it allows easy customization of both extraction and PCR protocols, and supports on-demand upgrades to keep your system up to date. For detailed features and step-by-step guidance, please consult the user manual.
Testing Kits
Broad Applications Powered by Sample-to-Answer Automation and Open-Panel Flexibility
The myNAT™ system is designed to support a wide range of molecular testing applications across healthcare, agriculture, environmental, and regulatory domains. Its fully automated sample-to-answer workflow—combining magnetic bead extraction and real-time multiplex PCR in a sealed cartridge—enables fast, accurate results with minimal hands-on time. The open-panel cartridge design allows users to customize targets and reagents, making it ideal for both standardized and lab-developed tests.
Key application areas include:
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Syndromic Infectious Disease Testing
Rapidly detect multiple pathogens in a single test for respiratory, gastrointestinal, and other syndromic panels. -
Small, Medium, and Large Panel Testing
Scale from single-plex to 40-plex testing across a variety of diseases or targets using flexible panel configurations. -
Environmental & Water Quality Testing
Monitor microbial contamination and waterborne pathogens with fast, on-site molecular analysis. -
Food & Agricultural Safety
Screen for GMOs, pathogens, and contaminants to ensure safety in food production and farming environments. -
Antimicrobial Resistance Screening
Identify key resistance genes quickly to guide clinical or public health interventions. -
Life Sciences & Lab-Developed Tests (LDTs)
Use the open cartridge format to develop and validate custom assays for research or specialized clinical needs. -
Veterinary & Pet Diagnostics
Enable rapid diagnostics for animal health in both clinical and field settings. -
Customs, CDC, and Quarantine Testing
Deploy fast, on-site screening for pathogens at ports of entry or during outbreak containment efforts.
With its room-temperature-stable cartridges, open platform versatility, and rapid 35-minute turnaround, myNAT™ empowers labs and field teams alike to bring high-performance molecular diagnostics anywhere they’re needed.
