STAR Q Swab AS Instrument High-throughput lysis and assay setup for human identity swab samples Figure 4. The STAR Q Swab AS Instrument. Figure 5. Elements on the STAR Q Swab AS Instrument worktable. The STAR Q Swab AS automates swab pre-treatment using a heater-shaker in addition to the assay setup. The validated protocol enables successful pre-treatment of a wide variety of commonly used swabs and removal of an aliquot of lysate for PCR, without the risk of pipet tip clogging. Sample continuity is ensured thanks to comprehensive sample tracking and bar code reading of all plates. 6 STAR Q AS Instruments Brochure 12/2016 • Both STAR Q Instruments provide full sample bar-coding capability ensuring seamless sample tracking. • Fully automated liquid handling enables high throughput with no compromise of quality.