Extract Genomic DNA from Various Animal Tissues
The Genomic DNA MINI (Tissue) Kits are specially designed for purification of total DNA (including genomic mitochondrial and viral DNA) from a variety of animal tissues and cells. The provided micropestle can efficiently homogenize tissue samples to shorten the time in the Lysis step. This method uses Proteinase K and a chaotropic salt to lyse cells and degrade proteins. The DNA in the chaotropic salt is bound by the glass fiber matrix of the spin column. Once any contaminants have been removed, the purified DNA is eluted by a low salt elution buffer or water. This entire procedure can be completed in under 60 minutes without phenol extraction or alcohol precipitation. The expected yield of genomic DNA is up to 50mg and the purified DNA (with approximately 20-30kb) is suitable for PCR or other enzymatic reactions.