CsCl vs column kits

[Emmanuel Skoufos, Ph.D.]

In article <3lfb1i$a1n at crcnis3.unl.edu>, cstryker at unlinfo.unl.edu
 (cynthia stryker) writes:
>We are still doing CsCl plasmid (&sometimes genomic) preps.  I'd 
>appreciate comments, + or -, on the various column kits available. 
>Thanks in advance.  Cindy at UNL


Both methods have their advantages:

CsCl:
-you get more supercoiled DNA (essential if you are doing transfections)
-it is considerable less expensive (once you have the necessary set up)
-you can get more DNA than columns

Columns:
-They are quick
-They contain no hazardous materials (EtBr)
-Can be used by entry level scientists
-You can always call the company for troubleshooting and/or free samples

I hope this is of help

Emmanuel






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