Fast RNA Purification from Trizol Reagent

Carnegie institute for Science
Embryology
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Company:

Zymo Research

Product Name:

Direct-Zol RNA microPrep

Catalog Number:

R2060

I used to directly FACS sort cells into Trizol reagent to keep the integrity of RNA. However, isolation of RNA from Trizol usually takes multiple steps and is a long, time-consuming process. This kit can directly isolate RNA from Trizol within 10 minutes and is a fantastic kit to use.

Experimental Design and Results Summary

Application

RNA isolation from Trizol lysate

Starting Material

FACS sorted thymic epithelial cells in Trizol

Protocol Overview

1. Mix Trizol (with cells) thoroughly and wait for 5 mins. 2. Add equal volume 100% ethanol and mix thoroughly. 3. Load mixed lysate into Zymo-Spin IC column and spin 30s 4. Follow the instruction for 2x RNA pre-wash and 1x final RNA wash. Each spin is 30s 5. Elute the RNA in 15ul H2O

Tips

Keep your reagents and bench space free of RNAses

Results Summary

I got very good RNA yield with this Kit and the purity of RNA is as high as 260/280>1.8

Additional Notes

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Summary

The Good

Great RNA yield and purity and saves time.

The Bad

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The Bottom Line

This product is much better than other commonly used kits: It is faster, cheaper and has reliable quality.

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