Genes in a Tube Kit

Edvotek Kit: Genes in a Tube Kit

Teach your students how to extract and precipitate their own DNA in this exciting and easy activity. Students can transfer their DNA to a tube that can be used as a pendant on a necklace

Students will Learn about DNA’s structure and biochemistry and  Understand the biology behind DNA isolation methods

Kit Includes:

• Instructions,
• Lysis buffer, Protease, Tris buffer,
• FlashBlue™ solution,
• Salt packets,
• Clear tubes for DNA isolation,
• Microcentrifuge tubes with caps, small transfer pipets, calibrated transfer pipets, disposable plastic cup,
• String for Genes in a Tube™ necklaces

You Need:

• Freezer/ice cold 95% Ethanol or isopropanol alcohol
• water bath, test tube racks
• ice and ice buckets,
• disposable laboratory gloves

Storage:

Room Temperature

Group Size: For 26 students

Time Required:

• Complete in 30 minutes