ExiPrep 16 Dx is an automated nucleic acid extraction and purification instrument designed to extract DNA or RNA from various clinical samples including whole blood, serum, plasma, swab samples, urine etc. ExiPrep™16 Dx is able to handle up to 16 clinical samples with pre-programmed protocols for reproducible results, while also offering a refrigerated platform for preservation of nucleic acid and diagnostic kit integrity, and providing an automatic pipetting function for true hands-off operation. ExiPrep™16 Dx contains five discrete contamination prevention measures, including a contamination shield to prevent liquid dripping, single-sample loading tubes to prevent cross-contamination, and an Attachable Tip Guard to prevent convection-induced aerosol formation.