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  • Mitochondrial DNA Polymorphisms in Human Evolution DNA Extraction and Amplification Kit with 0.2-mL Tubes (with perishables)

Mitochondrial DNA Polymorphisms in Human Evolution DNA Extraction and Amplification Kit with 0.2-mL Tubes (with perishables)

Item # 211236AP Exclusive This product is exclusive to Carolina Biological Supply.

Advanced—For experienced high school and college classes; requires some technical skill.
Students use a classroom-friendly protocol involving saline mouthwash or a hair sample and Chelex® extraction to obtain a sample of their own DNA. This high-quality kit then has students amplify and sequence a 440-nucleotide segment of a hypervariable region of the mitochondrial chromosome. Kit includes enough materials for 25 students to perform the DNA extraction and amplification process.
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$205.20

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Overview

Advanced—For experienced high school and college classes; requires some technical skill.

Generate excitement by having your students amplify their own mitochondrial DNA for sequencing!

  • Uses a simple, robust protocol ideal for the classroom
  • Enlivens discussions on the molecular basis of heredity and evolution
  • Provides a basic version of the lab that is used in forensics and the analysis of ancient DNA samples
  • Teaches real-world applications of PCR
  • Includes online resources to enhance the learning experience

Students use safe saline mouthwash or hair and Chelex® extraction to obtain a sample of their own DNA. Then they amplify a 440-nucleotide segment of a hypervariable region of the mitochondrial chromosome, which contains numerous single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). After gel electrophoresis confirms amplification, the student samples may be sent for sequencing (the cost of sequencing is not included in the price of the kit). Students then compare their SNPs to ancient hominids and to people from different world populations to discover patterns of DNA variation and to analyze theories of human evolution.

Kit contains instructions and materials for 25 students to perform the DNA extraction and amplification step of the protocol. Kit does not include materials for electrophoresis. Note: Kit is shipped with perishable materials.
  • This item is only available from Carolina Biological Supply Company.
  • This item contains living or perishable material and ships via 2nd Day or Overnight delivery to arrive on a date you specify during Checkout. To ensure freshness during shipping, a Living Materials Fee may apply to orders containing these items.

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What's Included

This item ships with living or perishable materials (all   items). Please select a delivery date during Checkout.

Components Qty Included?
mtDNA Primer/Loading Dye Mix, 700 µL  1 Included
pBr322/BstNI Markers, 0.075 µg/µL, 130 μL  1 Included
Proteinase K, 100 µg/mL, 5 mL  1 Included
Chelex® 100 Resin, 1.5 g 1 Included
PCR Tubes Containing Ready-to-Go™ Beads (0.2-mL capacity) 25 Included
Mineral Oil, 5 mL 1 Included
Teacher's Manual with Reproducible Student Guide 1 Included
Aluminum Foil Needed, Not Included
Beakers Containing Ice Needed, Not Included
Programmable DNA Thermal Cycler Needed, Not Included
Electrophoresis Chambers Needed, Not Included
Electrophoresis Power Supplies Needed, Not Included
Forceps Needed, Not Included
Laboratory Markers (1 per student) Needed, Not Included
Micropipets and Tips, 100–1,000 µL Needed, Not Included
Micropipets and Tips, 1–10 µL or 1–20 µL Needed, Not Included
Microcentrifuge Tube Racks Needed, Not Included
Microcentrifuge Tubes, 1.5 mL Needed, Not Included
Paper Cups Needed, Not Included
Razor Blade or Scalpel Needed, Not Included
Saline Solution, 0.9% Needed, Not Included
Boiling Water Baths Needed, Not Included
Water Baths, 37° and 65° C Needed, Not Included
UV Transilluminator (for ethidium bromide stain) or White Light Box (for CarolinaBLU® stain) Needed, Not Included
Vortexer (optional) Needed, Not Included
Centrifuge for 15-mL Tubes (minimum 500 x g; optional but useful) Needed, Not Included
Centrifuge for 1.5-mL Tubes (optional but useful) Needed, Not Included
Camera (optional) Needed, Not Included

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