In Search of the Sickle Cell Gene by Southern Blot

Southern blotting is an important technique used widely in clinical genetics and research. By transferring DNA from an agarose gel onto a membrane, the method allows you to analyze and identify the DNA bands on a gel precisely. Your students will use Southern blotting to find a point mutation in the hemoglobin gene indicating Sickle Cell Anemia.

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Cat. No.: 315
Group Size: For 5 lab groups
Time Required: Electrophoresis – 45 minutes | Blot – overnight | Stain & Destain – 10 minutes
Kit Includes: Instructions, Ready-to-Load™ DNA samples, agarose, electrophoresis buffer, nylon membranes, filter paper, blot stain.
All You Need: Electrophoresis apparatus, power supply, microwave or hot plate, water bath and 80ºC incubation oven.
Storage: Some Components Require Freezer Storage