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In order to calculate the concentration of DNA in PCR products (usually expressed in micrograms permicroliter), one had to first establish a standard curve that correlates the concentration of DNA and its absorbency at 280 nm. This standard graph can be set up by preparing serial dilutions of DNA of known concentration and then measuring the absorbency of the sample at 280nm. Ideally, a linear graph is seen. Now that a standard graph has been established, the product obtained at the end of a PCR reaction can be sampled for absorbency measurement. Using the absorbency value, one can estimate the concentration of DNA be interpolating on the standard graph. There are however, several calculations that that to be made in order to arrive at the final answer.
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How you calculate nested pcr product size?
To calculate the size of the nested PCR product, you would first determine the size of the first PCR product by adding the sizes of the primers and the DNA template. Then use the first PCR product size as the template size for the second PCR reaction, adding the sizes of the second set of primers to estimate the final nested PCR product size. Keep in mind that any additional flanking regions may also contribute to the final product size.
What is difference between Qualitative PCR and Quatitative PCR?
In qualitative PCR specific DNA fragment is detected while in quantitative PCR our target DNA sequence not only is detected but its amount is determined (after reaction we can calculate the amount of DNA we had in our sample)
What could be the possible reasons for observing no bands in a PCR reaction?
Possible reasons for observing no bands in a PCR reaction could include issues such as incorrect primer design, low DNA template concentration, inadequate PCR conditions, or the presence of inhibitors in the reaction mixture.
What materials do you need for PCR?
For PCR, you will need DNA sample, primers, nucleotides, DNA polymerase, buffer solution, and a thermal cycler.
What is the purpose of the buffer in PCR?
The purpose of the buffer in PCR, I assume you talking about the 5 or 10 times PCR buffer that is provided with enzyme. Buffer is needed to give the correct pH and pottasium ion concentration for the DNA polymerase enzyme (usually DNA polymerase from Thermus aquaticus) to function.
Why pcr products are precipitated before sequencing?
The PCR product are precipitated before sequencing to increase the concentration of tamplet DNA.
How would you confirm a successful PCR reaction?
You could do an Agarose Gel Electrophoresis. Run your PCR to a DNA ladder and confirm that the size of your amplified gene corresponds to the appropriate size on your DNA ladder (for example, if your gene is approximately 3000 base pairs in length, it should correspond to the 3000 bp band of the DNA ladder).
What is the sequence of the template DNA?
What do you really want to ask? template DNA is a DNA you want to amplify. So you should know what you are amplifying before a PCR or you can make it by sequencing your PCR product.
Why is MgCl2 a variable in PCR?
Mg2+ complexes with the single stranded DNA that is to be amplified, and becomes the substrate of DNA polymerase. In other words, it helps in the binding of primer (and the subsequent target DNA) to the template DNA. Different volume of Mg2+ exert different complex-forming capabilities, and thus affects the end product of PCR.
Role of magnesium chloride in PCR?
Magnesium chloride is a crucial component in the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) as it is required for the activity of the DNA polymerase enzyme. Magnesium ions help stabilize the DNA template-primer complex and are essential for the enzymatic activity of the DNA polymerase, allowing for successful DNA amplification during PCR. The optimal concentration of magnesium chloride can vary depending on the specific DNA polymerase being used and the PCR conditions.
How you calculate nested pcr product size?
To calculate the size of the nested PCR product, you would first determine the size of the first PCR product by adding the sizes of the primers and the DNA template. Then use the first PCR product size as the template size for the second PCR reaction, adding the sizes of the second set of primers to estimate the final nested PCR product size. Keep in mind that any additional flanking regions may also contribute to the final product size.
Does 50ul PCR product work better than 25ul PCR product?
No, the yields between the two is the only difference. A 25ul reaction is perfect for restriction digest analysis. The success of PCRing out something in that volume is the same as if it was in 50 ul. However, you would have to dilute out the stocks that you'll be using. Too much template or enzyme would inhibit the reaction.
What is pcr and types of pcr?
PCR is a biotechnological method to amplify your gene (DNA) of your interest. It produce millions of your DNA fragments hence used in cloning. There are variants of this method using the same thermocycling principle such as touch down PCR, gradient PCR, RFLP, multiplex PCR, Q PCR, RT PCR and so on.
What is TA cloning vector?
TA Cloning is one of the most popular methods of cloning the amplified PCR product using Taq and other polymerases. These polymerases lack 5'-3' proofreading activity and are capable of adding adenosine triphosphate residue to the 3' ends of the double stranded PCR product. Such PCR amplified product can be cloned in a linearized vector with complementary 3' T overhangs. TA cloning is brought about by the terminal transferase activity of certain type of DNA polymerase such as the Taq polymerase. This enzyme adds a single, 3'-A overhang to each end of the PCR product. As a result, the PCR product can be directly cloned into a linearized cloning vector that have single base 3'-T overhangs on each end. Such vectors are called T- vectors. The PCR product with A overhang, is mixed with this vector in high proportion. The complementary overhangs of a "T" vector and the PCR product hybridize. The result is a recombinant DNA, the recombination being brought about by DNA ligase.
What is difference between Qualitative PCR and Quatitative PCR?
In qualitative PCR specific DNA fragment is detected while in quantitative PCR our target DNA sequence not only is detected but its amount is determined (after reaction we can calculate the amount of DNA we had in our sample)
What is the importance of Magnesium Chloride in PCR?
An essential cofactor for the DNA polymerase in PCR is Magnesium chloride. Its concentration must be optimized for every primer:template system. Many components of the reaction bind magnesium ion, including primers, template, PCR products and dNTPs. The main 1:1 binding agent for magnesium ion is the high concentration of dNTPs in the reaction. Because it is necessary for free magnesium ion to serve as an enzyme cofactor in PCR, the total magnesium ion concentration must exceed the total dNTP concentration. Typically, to start the optimization process, 1.5 mM magnesium chloride is added to PCR in the presence of 0.8 mM total dNTPs. This leaves about 0.7 mM free magnesium for the DNA polymerase. In general, magnesium ion should be varied in a concentration series from 1.5-4.0 mM in 0.5 mM steps.I just read somewhere that some PCR reagents require free Mg2+
How does a DNA molecule act as a template?
A DNA molecule acts as a template during replication by serving as a guide for the synthesis of a new complementary strand of DNA. The template DNA strand is "read" by DNA polymerase, which adds new nucleotides following base pairing rules (A-T, C-G). This results in the formation of two identical DNA molecules.
