EtBr in re-melted agarose

[D.Schnapp]

Hi folks,

It is common practise in several labs to re-melt agarose many
times.However, if there is any Etbr remaining in the gel, isn't there a 
danger of severely toxic fumes? 

Regards,


Denni

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Denni Schnapp
Dept. of Paediatric Gastroenterology
St. Bartholomew Hospital
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