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Extraction of nucleic acid from samples

bookoonsPosted for Everyone to comment on, 5 years ago

We can all be scientists given the right equipments, facility and instructions. All the bogus terminologies you hear and get scared are really all basic things that are around you everyday. Today, I'll be taking you with me to the lab to show you how I extract DNA, be sure to don your PPE and enjoy the lab.

Here's a brief introduction so you can know what you are doing.

DNA EXTRACTION

DNA isolation is a process of purification of DNA from sample using a combination of physical and chemical methods. The first isolation of DNA was done in 1869 by Friedrich Miescher.

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DNA EXTRACTION

DNA is extracted from human cells for a wide range of reasons. A pure sample of DNA enables you to test for a genetic disease in a new born, analyze forensic evidence, and or study a gene involved in cancer.

Scientists can buy ready-to-use DNA extraction kits.

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