determine 5'-end of cDNA

[Chris LaRosa]

yang wrote:
> 
> I am sure lots of experienced molecular biologist over there. Does
> anybody know a good method for determining 5'-end of cDNA?
> 
> Right now I am using Primer Extension System (AMV reverse transciptase)
> from Promega. This kit works fine, but the sensitivity is not
> satisfactory, so lots of RNA needed for getting a visible band on PAGE
> gel. Because the amount of my RNA samples is limited, I am wondering if
> there is any improvements to this system or any other better kit for
> this kind of use. I will be grateful to any suggestions!
> 
> Gen Y. Yang
> Department of Cell Biology
> UNC-CH, USA
> 
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You can try 5' RACE procedures.   I used to like the kits from clontech.
Some like the kits from Lifetechnologies..... you can visit their
websites for details.