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===Load Agarose Gel=== | ===Load Agarose Gel=== | ||
# In titer tray, mix sample with gel loading buffer in 1:6 ratio | |||
#* if loading 6µL into gel, mix 1µL gel loading buffer with 5µL sample in titer tray | |||
# Transfer from titer tray into gel wells | |||
===Run Agarose Gel=== | |||
# Attach rig's safe lid and ensure power supply leads fit snugly | |||
# Plug loose ends of lead into power supply | |||
#* black gets plugged into the ground | |||
#* red gets plugged into the red | |||
# Turn power supply to 'on' | |||
# Adjust voltage according to table | |||
#* for most applications 120V should be sufficient | |||
# Check for the curtain of small bubbles to ensure everything is working properly | |||
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Revision as of 12:56, 19 January 2011
Agarose Gel Protocol |
Purpose
Agarose gels are used to verify the presence and estimate the size of DNA (both genomic and amplified). When loaded into a gel and subjected to an electric current, DNA fragments migrate to the positive terminal. Small DNA fragments migrate more rapidly than large ones. By running a commercially available ladder of fragments of known size, we can estimate the DNA fragment size in our sample of interest.
To visualize the DNA after electrophoresis, a dye called Gel Red is added during the agarose-making process. The dye binds to the DNA and flouresces when exposed to UV light.
Materials To Be Familiar With
- Gel Rig, caster tray, combs
Protocol
- Use 1% for genomic DNA, 2% for amplified DNA
Gel Rig Size | 1x TAE (mL) | 1.5% agarose (g) | 2% agarose (g) | Gel Red (µL) | Sample volume (µL) | max voltage (V) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
small (10cm x 10cm) | 50 | _ | 1 | 5 | 4-6 | 80 |
medium (x x) | 130 | _ | 2.6 | 13 | 24-tooth comb: 6-10 | 120 |
36-tooth comb: 3-5 | ||||||
large (20cm x 27cm) | 270 | _ | 5.4 | 27 | 24-tooth comb: 6-10 | 170 |
36-tooth comb: 3-5 |
Pour Agarose Gel
- According to the table above, mix agarose powder and 1x TAE in Erlenmeyer flask; swirl
- Microwave on 1/2 power until the mixture starts to boil
- Note: be careful not to let the mixture boil over, or you'll lose much of your volume and will have a mess to clean up
- Note: make sure all the agarose has dissolved into solution
- Add GelRed when agarose mixture is warm; swirl
- Allow to cool - do the baby milk test (it should be at a warm temperature, but not too warm for a baby to touch)
- Pour into caster; set combs; allow to harden (10-20 minutes); will appear cloudy
- Remove combs
- Pre-poured gels may be stored covered in the fridge for up to 1 week
Load Agarose Gel
- In titer tray, mix sample with gel loading buffer in 1:6 ratio
- if loading 6µL into gel, mix 1µL gel loading buffer with 5µL sample in titer tray
- Transfer from titer tray into gel wells
Run Agarose Gel
- Attach rig's safe lid and ensure power supply leads fit snugly
- Plug loose ends of lead into power supply
- black gets plugged into the ground
- red gets plugged into the red
- Turn power supply to 'on'
- Adjust voltage according to table
- for most applications 120V should be sufficient
- Check for the curtain of small bubbles to ensure everything is working properly
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