Micro-centrifuge Tubes 2ml, 500/Pack
Microcentrifuge tubes, also known as Eppendorf tubes or microfuge tubes, are commonly used in scientific labs to store, mix, and centrifuge small liquid samples.
They are particularly useful for separating denser components from liquids through centrifugation, pelleted at the bottom of the tube.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the Micro-centrifuge Tubes 2ml, 500/Pack uses:
1. Centrifugation:
Pelleting:
Microcentrifuge tubes are designed to hold samples during centrifugation, where the centrifugal force separates materials based on density. Heavier components, like cell pellets, are forced to the bottom of the tube, while the supernatant (liquid) remains above.
Separating layers:
Centrifugation can also be used to separate different layers of a sample, such as plasma and blood cells, or different types of DNA/RNA.
2. Storage and Sample Handling:
Small volume storage: They are ideal for storing small volumes of reagents, samples, or extracted DNA/RNA.
Mixing and pipetting: Their small size allows for precise manipulation of small volumes using micropipettes.
Freezing and boiling: Microcentrifuge tubes can be used for freezing and boiling samples.
3. Molecular Biology Applications:
DNA/RNA extraction:
They are commonly used in molecular biology for DNA and RNA extraction procedures.
PCR amplification:
Microcentrifuge tubes are suitable for preparing and storing samples for PCR, a technique used to amplify specific DNA sequences.
Protein purification:
They can be used in protein purification processes where proteins are separated from other cellular components.
4. Other Applications:
Medical and chemical laboratories:
They are used in various medical and chemical laboratories for a variety of purposes, says News-Medical.
Blood banks and hospitals:
They are used in blood banks and hospitals for storing and processing blood samples.
Environmental and chemical industries:
They can be used in environmental and chemical industries for sample collection and analysis.
5. Advantages of Microcentrifuge Tubes:
Cost-effective:
They are relatively inexpensive and considered disposable, making them convenient for researchers.
Small size:
Their compact size allows for efficient use of space and storage.
Durability:
They are made of durable materials, like polypropylene, that can withstand various conditions and centrifugation.
Ease of use:
They are easy to handle, label, and use with micropipettes and centrifuges.
Micro-centrifuge Tubes 2ml, 500/Pack
Microcentrifuge tubes are routinely used in many aspects of molecular biology.
- These conical 1.5 mL tubes are ideal for the processing and storage of small volume samples, extracts, and reagents.
- Microcentrifuge Tubes 2ml, 500/Pack
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Micro-centrifuge Tubes 2ml, 500/Pack
