Plant DNA Mini Kit (4 Preps)
Cat. No.: BMG-GD2611-00
Size: 4 Preps
Description:
Plant DNA Mini Kits are specialized kits designed to extract DNA from plant tissues efficiently. These kits are essential tools in molecular biology and genetics research, providing a streamlined process for obtaining high-quality DNA suitable for various applications, including PCR and sequencing.
Applications:
- These kits enable the rapid and cost-effective purification of genomic DNA from plant samples, which is essential for many downstream applications.
- They provide a fast and simple method for extracting genomic DNA, making them suitable for routine laboratory applications in molecular biology.
- DNA extracted using these kits can be used with DNA probes to detect plant viruses and viroids, allowing for rapid screening and elimination of infected plants.
- The DNA obtained is suitable for use in genetic engineering, transgenic technology, and gene expression studies, which are important in agricultural production and research.
- Applications include plant identification, diagnosis of plant pathogens, and measurement of genetic variation, which are crucial for plant research and improvement programs.
Features:
- These kits can extract DNA from a wide range of plant materials, including leaves, seeds, fruits, bark, and roots, as well as both fresh and lyophilized tissues.
- Many kits utilize silica-based spin column technology, which is effective for binding and purifying DNA while removing contaminants and inhibitors.
- The extraction process is typically rapid, taking between 20 to 50 minutes, depending on the kit, and can be easily scaled up for high-throughput applications.
- The DNA extracted is suitable for various downstream applications, such as PCR, next-generation sequencing, genotyping, and Southern blotting.
- Some kits, like the sbeadex Mini Plant Kit, are designed for easy automation, allowing for consistent high-throughput purification using robotic platforms.
- These kits can handle different sample sizes, with typical yields ranging from a few micrograms to tens of micrograms of DNA, depending on the plant tissue and kit used.
Reference:
Wang, Q., Shen, X., Qiu, T., Wu, W., Li, L., Wang, Z., & Shou, H. (2021). Evaluation and application of an efficient plant DNA extraction protocol for laboratory and field testing. Journal of Zhejiang University SCIENCE B, 22(2), 99–111. https://doi.org/10.1631/jzus.b2000465