DNA Fingerprinting

Catalog #4001, 4002

$144, $150

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Overview

An "unknown" DNA sample was collected at a crime scene. The students are given three different DNA samples representing suspects and are asked to identify the criminal. After completing the experiment, students will not only find out the answer, but also understand restriction digests or PCR, gel electrophoresis, and genetic concepts associated with this experiment.

Each kit is good for 24 students with 6 reactions worth of material for each of the samples (The Criminal sample and Suspects A, B and C) and 24 reactions of a 2X Master Mix.

Mock Crime Scene: Scenario designed to provide a fun and interesting learning experience for students.

Multiple DNA Plasmids: Plasmid DNA is used to emulate the genetic diversity seen in humans. Four samples are included with the kit, one representing DNA left behind by a criminal and three suspect samples to compare against the criminal sample.

Simple and easy to set up: The protocol is easy to understand and follow. Kit components are ready made and fast to set up, reducing preparation time for instructors.

Multiple applications for learning: Teaches important concepts in genetic diversity and its applications in the real world while introducing students to restriction digests and gel electrophoresis, important tools used in biological research, medical studies and forensics.

Kit Components

Kit Components Included:	Qty
DNA Fingerprinting Kit - I (Catalog# 4001)
--Sample A, B, C, and Unknown DNA	60 µL for each DNA	included
--2X Res. Digest Master Mix (includes restriction enzymes and buffer)	240 µL	included
--DNA Ladder	30 µL	included
DNA Fingerprinting Kit - II (Catalog# 4002)
--Sample A, B, C, and Unknown DNA	60 µL for each DNA	included
--2X PCR Master Mix (includes primers and enzyme)	270 µL	included
--ddH2O	30 µL	included
--DNA Ladder	30 µL	included
Additional Lab Materials and Equipment Needed:
--Heat Block or Water Bath		-
--Microcentrifuge		-
--Vortex		-
--Electrophoresis & Reagents (agarose, running buffer and DNA dye)		-
--Electrophoresis Aparatus		-
--UV Lamp / UV Light Box		-

Catalog & Options

Cat #	Product Name	Description	Size	Price List
4001	GenoSensor DNA Fingerprinting Kit I	Full kit, as detailed in kit components.	24 rxns	$138
4002	GenoSensor DNA Fingerprinting Kit II	Full kit, as detailed in kit components	27 rxns	$140
3010	DNA ladder	Extra DNA ladder	100 µL	$42

Manuals


User Manual I Cat# 4001	Download
User Manual II Cat# 4002	Download

Resources

References

YouTube video shows Fingerprinting kit process

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References and Useful Resources:

U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment, Genetic Witness: Forensic Uses of DNA Tests, OTA-BA-438 (Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office, July 1990).

DNA Fingerprinting

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Catalog #4001, 4002

$144, $150

Additional Lab Materials and Equipment Needed:

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