CSI DNA Lab

by Planet Toys

Product Features

• Solve a crime with science; includes real scientific equipment
• Learn the basics of DNA
• Chart your own DNA makeup
• Explore your genetic history
• Join the future of criminal investigation

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 12.5 x 19.5 inches ; 16.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 16.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0002L9IWI
• Manufacturer recommended age: 10 - 15 years
• Batteries: 4 D batteries required.
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #78,407 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Product Description

Editorial Review

Be your own forensic pathologist with this souped-up science kit based on the hit TV show CSI. The kit offers instructions for conducting 10 experiments and provides little scientists with a working centrifuge, an electrophoresis chamber, and a three-speed motorized lab unit to carry out the work. Other materials include syrup, salt, ink, test tubes, lab glasses, a graduated cylinder, and more. The lab requires four D batteries and three 9-volt batteries (sold separately). --Andy Boynton

Product Description

Based on the hit CBS series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, this DNA Lab Kit will allow the budding scientist to perform different experiments, including exposing the double helix and creating DNA fingerprints.

Learn the principals of DNA Analysis and how it helps CSI to solve the case. Perform realistic tests which includes chemicals needed for analysis and a centrifuge to charge and analyze the DNA. This set includes a centrifuge, magnetic mixer, electrophoresis chamber test vials, ink samples, DNA stain (fabricated to look like real DNA) and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for the budding scientist!, December 29, 2004

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K. Horton "Iheardawho" (Eufaula, AL) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: CSI DNA Lab (Toy)

My mother-in-law sent this for my son this Christmas and it is such a hit. Definitely a toy for the thinking child. My son is 9 and although I do have to minorly assist him, he is absorbing everything. Products used in the experiments are replaceable with common household items--such a plus for us because once is never enough. This product seems extremely durable, too, with holders for all the tubes, beakers, etc. I did see that the guide was age-inappropriate (i.e. Why does my child need to know that so-and-so was an exotic dancer before coming on the squad?), so I had to give it an overall 4. I hate to do that, but this is a toy.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Happy with product, October 24, 2010

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KLR, WY "KLR" (WY) - See all my reviews

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: CSI DNA Lab (Toy)

This is a great project and was well worth the money for the future scientist, but definately needs supervision and the supply box leaks so be careful where you store it.

7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Mixed results, March 28, 2007

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C. Jones (MILWAUKEE, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CSI DNA Lab (Toy)

The beginning, basic level experiments in this lab work fine. However, as you get further into the more advanced experiments, you find out the equipment provided is substandard. We purchased this lab specifically for the electrophoresis chamber and centrifuge. Neither worked well. We have contacted the manufacturer, asking for suggestions on improving the use of this lab. They have not bothered to reply to our e-mails. I will not purchase any more items by Planet Toys.