On 14 Oct 1996, Guido Hooiveld wrote:
> I was told an A280/A260 ratio
Note: A260/280
> theoretically limit is 2.0. However, I often find a ratio larger than 2.0; like 2.1 to 2.2. So,
> is this (theoretically) value of 2.0 correct, if yes, does anybody have a suggestion why I find
> values >2; if not, what is this value?
You have degradated nucleotides.
> multiply A260 with 50 to obtain the concentration (ug/ml), or use 35? Which value is correct?
50 for oligonucleotides and 35 for dsDNA
> Any comments would be appreciated!
I hope this helps
Manuel G. CLAROS, Ph.D.
Bioq. & Biologia Molecular
Fac. Ciencias
Campus de Teatinos
E-29071 Malaga
