Glycogen

Glycogen is a branched polysaccharide comprised of linear chains of glucose. In molecular biology, it can be used in ethanol precipitation of DNA and RNA due to its insolubility and inert properties. Glycogen effectively precipitates nucleic acids in solution to enhance the formation of a visible pellet upon centrifugation. Browse the glycogen reagents below and compare product specifications such as reagent quantity, purity, format, and intended application.