Designing reproducible PCR assays involves optimizing multiple moving targets, from standardizing each component in sometimes minute reaction volumes to planning ahead to ensure long-term and secure ...
PCR involves three core components: polymerase, primer, and template. Primers anneal to templates and create initiation sites for the polymerase. The polymerase then recruits free deoxynucleoside ...
Failed polymerase chain reactions (PCRs) are a common cause of frustration in the lab. While a typical PCR protocol is quite straightforward, scientists must optimize each step to amplify the intended ...