Norgen’s 2X PCR Master Mix is a ready-to-use solution that contains components required for PCR amplification including Taq DNA polymerase, dNTPs, reaction buffer, MgCl2, KCl and a PCR enhancer/stabilizer. The user needs only to add template, the primer set and water to the master mix in order to set up the PCR reaction. This convenient 2X PCR Master Mix reduces the time required to set up PCR reactions and reduces the possibility of contamination, particularly when preparing large numbers of reactions. The optimized master mix allows for robust amplification of DNA templates with high yields of PCR products.
Taq DNA Polymerase is a highly thermostable DNA polymerase that possesses a 5´→ 3´ polymerase activity and a very low 5´→ 3´ exonuclease activity. The source of Taq included with Norgen’s 2X PCR Master Mix is an E. coli strain with a cloned Taq DNA Polymerase gene from Thermus aquaticus YT-1.
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Reagents Supplied – Cat # 28007
Storage Conditions and Product Stability
Norgen’s 2X Master Mix should be stored at -20ºC. For everyday use an aliquot can be stored at 4ºC for up to three months. The Master Mix is stable for multiple freeze-thaw cycles (see Figure 2). When stored at the proper temperature this reagent is stable for at least 1 year.
Mycoplasma is a common and serious contaminant of cell cultures. Mycoplasma is often not visible and does not respond to antibiotics, and therefore it is a major issue that requires monitoring and early detection. Up to 30% of cell cultures may be contaminated with Mycoplasmas, the main contaminants being the species M. orale, M. laidlawii, M. arginini and M. hyorhinis. These organisms produce a variety of effects on the infected cells in culture, including changes in metabolism growth, viability and morphology, thereby altering the phenotypic characteristics of the host cells. Therefore there is an absolute requirement for routine, periodic assays to diagnose possible Mycoplasma contamination of all cell cultures, particularly continuous or established cell lines.
Mycoplasma TaqMan PCR Kit, 100 reactions
Mycoplasma TaqMan PCR Probe/Primer Set and Controls, 100 reactions
For research use only and NOT intended for in vitro diagnostics.
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Storage Conditions and Product Stability
All kit components can be stored for 2 years after the date of production without showing any reduction in performance.
All kit components should be stored at -20°C upon arrival. Repeated thawing and freezing (> 2 x) of the Master Mix and Positive Control should be avoided, as this may affect the performance of the assay. If the reagents are to be used only intermittently, they should be frozen in aliquots.
| Component | Cat. TM33150 (100 preps) | Cat. TM33110 (100 preps) |
|---|---|---|
| MDx TaqMan 2X PCR Master Mix | 2 x 700 μL | – |
| Mycoplasma Primer & Probe Mix | 280 μL | 280 μL |
| Mycoplasma Positive Control | 150 μL | 150 μL |
| Nuclease-Free Water (Negative Control) | 1.25 mL | 1.25 mL |
| Product Insert | 1 | 1 |
Usages:
For confirmatory test of colifrom in water.
Principle:
Peptone, yeast extract powder, beef extract powder provides carbon and nitrogen sources, vitamins and minerals; lactose as fermentable sugars; agar as medium coagulant; potassium hydrogen phosphate as buffer.
Formulation(per liter):
Peptone 10g
Yeast extract powder 5g
Beef extract powder 5g
Lactose 10g
Agar 15g
Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate 3.5g
Sodium sulphite 5g
Fuchsin 1g
Final pH 7.2 ± 0.2
How to use:
1.Suspend 54.5g in 1 L of distilled water , stirring heated to boiling until completely dissolved, dispensing flask, autoclave at 115 for 20min. Cool to 50 and pour into petri dishes.
2.Diluted and treated samples.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, store in a cool, dry place, away from bright light. Storage period of 3 years.
500g