Product Description
Brand Qiagen
Product Type RNA Kit
Pack Size 250T
CAT No 74126
Application Molecular Reagent
RNeasy Protect Mini Kits enable stabilization of RNA in tissue samples, RNA and DNA in sorted or cultured cells, RNA in human saliva samples and RNA in bacterial samples. The RNeasy Protect Mini Kit and Bacteria Mini Kit include RNeasy spin columns for purifying up to 100 g of high-quality RNA using silica-membrane technology. The RNeasy Protect Cell Mini Kit provides the RNeasy Plus Mini Kit for purification of total RNA. The RNeasy Protect Saliva Mini Kit includes the RNeasy Micro Kit, which purifies and concentrates total RNA using specialized RNeasy MinElute spin columns.
Immediate RNA StabilizationThis kit features an integrated stabilization step that preserves RNA integrity from the moment of sample collection. Protecting RNA from degradation ensures that researchers obtain reliable and reproducible results, making this kit particularly suitable for sensitive downstream applications such as gene expression analysis.
Efficient Purification ProtocolThe RNeasy Protect Mini Kit streamlines the RNA purification process to less than 30 minutes. The manual protocol is straightforward, requiring no specialized equipment, and is optimized for a variety of sample types. With an elution volume range of 30-100 l, researchers can tailor RNA concentration to their experimental needs.
High-Quality Yields for Diverse SamplesCapable of extracting RNA from animal tissues, cultured cells, bacteria, yeast, and plants, this versatile kit addresses the needs of molecular biology laboratories handling a broad range of biological material. Each prep can yield up to 100 g of RNA, suitable for demanding downstream applications in genomics and transcriptomics.
FAQ's of Qiagen RNeasy Protect Mini Kit (250):
Q: How does the Qiagen RNeasy Protect Mini Kit (250) stabilize RNA during extraction?
A: The kit employs a specialized stabilization reagent that preserves RNA integrity by immediately inactivating RNases in the sample at the time of collection. This ensures high-quality RNA and prevents degradation before purification.
Q: What types of samples can be processed with this kit?
A: It is designed for use with a variety of biological materials, including animal tissues, cultured cells, bacteria, yeast, and plant material. This versatility allows comprehensive RNA extraction from a wide range of sources.
Q: When should researchers use the RNeasy Protect Mini Kit?
A: This kit is ideal when immediate RNA stabilization and high yield are crucial, such as prior to gene expression analysis, RT-PCR, qPCR, microarray, or RNA-seq. Its fast protocol is suited for laboratories looking to efficiently process multiple samples.
Q: Where should the kit be stored to ensure optimal performance?
A: Store the kit at room temperature (15-25C) or as specified by the manufacturer. Proper storage extends shelf life and maintains reagent efficacy.
Q: What is the typical RNA yield and elution volume per preparation?
A: Each preparation can yield up to 100 g of total RNA, depending on sample type. The final RNA is eluted in 30-100 l, allowing flexibility for different downstream applications.
Q: Which downstream applications are compatible with RNA isolated using this kit?
A: RNA purified using the Qiagen RNeasy Protect Mini Kit is compatible with several molecular techniques, including RT-PCR, quantitative PCR, microarray analysis, and RNA sequencing (RNA-seq).
Q: What are the key benefits of using this RNA isolation kit in molecular biology workflows?
A: The key advantages include immediate RNA stabilization, rapid processing in under 30 minutes, high RNA yields, and broad compatibility with various biological samples and analytical techniques. This ensures reliable results and efficient laboratory workflows.