Table 1 Number of samples in each category. Cat 1. Corresponds to DNA extracted in the clean room facilities; Cat 2. Wipe solution from surfaces; Cat 3. Filter solution from HEPA filters; Cat 4. Vacuum particle solution from ULPA filters and Cat. 5. DNA repeatability samples
From: A comprehensive metagenomics framework to characterize organisms relevant for planetary protection
Cat. # | Category | JPL-SAF* | ISO-5 | Control | Total # of samples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Extracted DNA (JPL) | 5 | 5 | 2 | 12 |
2 | Wipe solution (JPL) | 7 | 3 | 2 | 12 |
3 | Filter solution (HEPA filters) | 2 | 6 | 2 | 10 |
4 | Vacuum particle solution (ULPA filters) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 10 |
5 | Repeatability (DNA from one JPL-SAF sample) | 5 | - | 0 | 5 |
- | Buffer controls | - | - | 2 | 2 |
Total # of samples for shotgun sequencing | 51 | ||||