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GelRed Nucleic Acid Stain (Aqueous Solution, 10,000×)
Fluorescent dye replacing Ethidium Bromide (EB) for DNA/RNA gel staining. Binds to minor groove of nucleic acid double helix. Same spectral characteristics as EB. Stained bands visible under UV light. Safe and non-toxic.
Key Features
- High purity and quality for research applications
- Optimized performance and reliability
- Comprehensive technical support available
Specifications
Product Description
GelRed Nucleic Acid Stain is a product that replaces Ethidium Bromide (EB) for staining DNA and RNA in gels. As a fluorescent dye that binds to the minor groove region of the nucleic acid double helix, GelRed has the same spectral characteristics as EB, and thus can be used with the same detection system as EB.
Product Components
| Product Name | Cat. No. | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| GelRed Nucleic Acid Stain (Aqueous Solution, 10,000×) | R006 | 500 μL |
Storage Conditions
Store at room temperature and transport at room temperature. The shelf life is two years.
Experimental Procedures
Pre-electrophoresis Gel Staining: Add GelRed at 1:10000 ratio to agarose gel solution.
Post-electrophoresis Gel Staining: Add GelRed to 0.1 M NaCl at 3:10000 ratio, stain for 30 minutes with shaking.
Applications
Staining dsDNA, ssDNA, RNA in agarose and polyacrylamide gels
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