Abstract
We describe a rapid and simple procedure for homogenizing leaf samples suitable for mini/midi-scale DNA preparation in rice. The methods used tungsten carbide beads and general vortexer for homogenizing leaf samples. In general, two samples can be ground completely within 11.3 ± 1.5 sec at one time. Up to 20 samples can be ground at a time using a vortexer attachment. The yields of the DNA ranged from 2.2 to 7.6 μg from 25-150 mg of young fresh leaf tissue. The quality and quantity of DNA was compatible for most of PCR work and RFLP analysis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 257-262 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Preparative Biochemistry and Biotechnology |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2005 |
Keywords
- DNA
- Mini/midi-preparation
- Tungsten beads
- Vortexer