RNA Extraction

The Core Lab provides the client with a variety of RNA extraction and purification protocols which include: Qiagen, Gentra Systems, Promega, and Trizol.

After extraction, the samples are measured for quality and quantity. We currently use the Gene Quant Pro Classic Spectrophotometer by GE Healthcare.

DNA Extraction

We are currently using DNeasy by Qiagen  for DNA extraction and purification. This kit is designed for rapid isolation of total DNA from a variety of sample sources and is ideal for PCR.

Agilent 2100 Bioanalyzer

For a graphic representation of the quality of samples the Agilent 2100 is used. This is typically needed when the samples are being processed for cDNA microarrays which requires high quality RNA.

The 2100 bioanalyzer is a microfluidics based platform for measuring the quality of DNA, RNA, proteins and cells. It is the first commercial, analytical instrument based on lab-on-a-chip technology. One chip can run 12 samples. This provides an excellent alternative to messy, labor-intensive gels. The entire procedure takes two hours from start to finish. The data is presented in graph form.

The RDRCC Molecular Resource Core is equipped with the latest in PCR technology. We use the 7900HT Sequence Detection System developed by Applied Biosystems for detection and quantitation of PCR products.

Primers and probes can be designed, free of charge using Primer Express v2.0, for any gene whose nucleotide sequence is known . The RDRCC-MRC only charges for reagents, plates and the use of the 7900HT PCR instrument. See price list for more information.

We support Applied Biosystems Assays on Demand and Assays by Design  for gene expression and SNP detection.

TaqMan Low Density Array

The RDRCC-MRC now has the ability to run 7900HT TaqMan Low Density Array. The mirco fluidic card delivers TaqMan performance in a low density array format. The TaqMan chemistry delivers the greatest sensitivity, with over 6-logs of dynamic range and the highest specificity in quantitative gene expression. The user can select from over 40,000 inventoried TaqMan gene Expression Assays: gene-specific primer and probe sets for quantitative gene expression of human, mouse or rat genes.

Micro fluidic technology enables small, 2ul volume, 384-well reactions without the need for robotic pipetting instruments. TaqMan Arrays are delivered with your primer and probe already lyophilized in the wells.

Two microliter reactions dramatically reduce enzyme consumption. Micro fluidic technology prevents evaporation and eliminates small-volume pipetting errors.

TaqMan Low Density Array Format Number	Number of Different Targets per Array + Control	Number of Assay Replicates	Number of Samples per Card	Part Number
12	11+1	4	8	4342247
16	15+1	3	8	4346798
24	23+1	2(4)	8(4)	4342249
32	31+1	3	4	4346799
48	47+1	2(4)	4(2)	4342235
64	63+1	3	2	4346800
96a	95+1	2(4)	2(1)	4342569
96b	95+1	2(4)	2(1)	4342261
384	380+4	1	1	4342265

Our Applied Biosystem (ABI)  freezer plan allows us to order reagents at a discount and pass the savings on to you. Some of the items included are: AmpliTaq, Sybr Green master mix, Random Hexamers, dNTP's, TaqMan PCR kits, and MicroAmp tubes. Call us for a complete list. You pay no shipping costs and discounts range from 13 to 30%. We will stock frequently ordered items.