The RapidHIT System automates and accelerates the process of producing standardized DNA profiles from cheek swabs and other human samples in about 90 minutes, according to IntegenX.
IntegenX president and chief executive officer Stevan Jovanovich said the company worked closely with the law enforcement, forensic and judicial communities to understand their needs and priorities for DNA-based human identification.
"This is a very exciting time as we introduce the world’s first rapid DNA analysis system to the professionals who will be on the cutting edge of implementing it to identify offenders, clear innocent suspects quickly, and prevent future crimes," Jovanovich added.
By integrating a multi-step, multi-system process, rapid DNA technology has the potential to accelerate and expand the use of DNA technologies to help the efforts of law enforcement, homeland security, and defense.