Q: Autoclave Triton X-100 and NP-40 buffers?

[Guy Oshiro]

Hi,

A quick question: is there any harm in autoclaving Triton X-100 (1%) or
NP-40 (0.5%) buffers.  Can the detergents break down during the
autoclaving procedure?

TIA,

Guy Oshiro
EMAIL: Guy.Oshiro at UCHSC.edu

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