EDVOTEK DNA Paternity Testing Simulation Kit

*Please Note: This is a simulated Paternity Testing Kit for use in education.  It is not suitable for diagnostic or clinical use*

This experiment introduces students to the use of DNA fingerprinting in a simulated paternity determination. A child's DNA fingerprint is compared with his parents. The experiment does not contain human DNA.

• Group Size: 8 gels / lab groups
• Storage: Stable at room temperature, storage of Ready-To-Load QuickStrip™ samples in the refrigerator is recommended
• Time Required: Complete in 45 minutes

The kit includes:

• Full instructions
• Ready-To-Load QuickStrip™ DNA samples
• UltraSpec-Agarose™
• Electrophoresis Buffer (50x)
• Practice gel loading solution
• FlashBlue™ DNA Stain
• Disposable pipettes

Additional required materials (not included with the kit):

• DNA Electrophoresis Tank, with accessories including casting trays, micropipettes & special power supply (B8R03273)
• Adjustable Micropipette (B8R05604)
• Micropipette Tips (PP00052738)
• White Light Box - optional
• Microwave or hot plate (B8R04379)