Water Analysis by PCR: What's in my Water?

Real world applications; any water sample can be tested.

• Continued learning–students don't have to stop at the PCR test
• Fast and simple protocol for easy integration into biotechnology or public health lessons

The water we drink is put through large amounts of testing to make sure that it's safe for us to drink. The Water Analysis kit gives students the opportunity to test water samples from their own environment, and through PCR detect the presence of bacterial contaminants.

 : Kit includes: DNA isolation components (lysis buffer/neutralizer), PCR reaction components including master mix (primers and enzymes) and DNA ladder. Kits come with directions to download instructional material and procedures. This kit includes the components needed to isolate DNA from students, as well as the PCR components needed to amplify DNA.

Equipment Needed But Not Included: Microcentrifuge, PCR Thermal Cycler, micropipettes and tips, PCR tubes, Microcentrifuge tubes, heat block or water bath, TAE Buffer, DNA Electrophoresis equipment/reagents including transilluminator/light box for analysis.

 : Kits include perishable materials, please provide a delivery date at check-out.

 : Kits contain reagents only.