IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global: Another milestone towards the future of forensic DNA analysis

We are proud to announce another significant step in forensic DNA analysis with the successful developmental validation of the IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global Autosomal STR Profiling Kit. Published in Forensic Science International: Genetics, this study confirms that IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global  is setting new standards for forensic MPS workflows. 

Download the Open Access article here: https://www.fsigenetics.com/article/S1872-4973(25)00006-7/fulltext

With its patented Reverse Complement PCR (RC-PCR) technology, IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global combines multiple steps into a single closed-tube reaction, reducing contamination risks and improving efficiency. The study highlights the kit’s exceptional sensitivity, inhibitor tolerance, and accuracy, making it a powerful tool for forensic casework.

• Unmatched sensitivity:
  Detects minor contributor alleles even at a 1:20 mixture ratio, with 72.87% of minor alleles still detected.;
• Ultra-low DNA input:
  Provides reliable results with as little as 15.60 pg of DNA, exceeding current forensic standards;
• Superior inhibitor tolerance:
  Proven resistance to common PCR inhibitors such as Humic and Tannic acid, and Hematin;
• Optimized forensic workflow:
  Combines indexing and amplification in a single reaction, minimizing hands-on time and reducing error risks;
• High heterozygosity balance:
  Achieves ≥0.6 heterozygosity in 97.80% of samples, ensuring robust and reliable STR profiling.

This validation further cements IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global as the go-to solution for forensic MPS, enabling faster, more accurate, and cost-efficient DNA analysis.

Read the full validation study: https://www.fsigenetics.com/article/S1872-4973(25)00006-7/fulltext

Discover how IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global can enhance your forensic workflow: IDseek® OmniSTR™ Global Autosomal STR Profiling Kit

Looking for more information? Our forensic expert Pieter van Oers is here to help. Reach out today to explore how RC-PCR technology can benefit your lab.

• Email: p.vanoers@nimagen.com
• Phone: +31 24 820 02 40