DNA gel preparation with fully automated pipetting workstation

The fully automatic pipetting workstation, as an outstanding representative of modern laboratory automation, integrates advanced robotic arm technology, high-precision pipetting system and intelligent operating software. In the DNA gel preparation process, it can automatically complete every step from weighing agarose, dissolving and heating, gel pouring and solidification to adding nucleic acid dye (if necessary), which not only greatly improves the efficiency and accuracy of the experiment, but also greatly improves the efficiency and accuracy of the experiment. It also minimizes errors caused by human operation.

Fully automatic pipetting workstation

1. Basic steps for DNA gel preparation 1. Weigh agarose: Use an electronic balance to accurately weigh the appropriate amount of agarose powder according to the required gel concentration (such as 0.8%, 1%, 2%, etc.). 2. Dissolve agarose: Add the weighed agarose powder to an appropriate amount of electrophoresis buffer (such as TAE or TBE). Heat the mixture in a microwave or electric stove until the agarose is completely dissolved and a transparent solution is formed. 3. Pour and solidify: After the agarose solution has cooled to the appropriate temperature, pour it into the mold in the electrophoresis tank. The agarose solution is allowed to cool and solidify naturally within the mold, forming a gel with channels. 4. Add nucleic acid dye (optional): Before the agarose solution solidifies, you can add an appropriate amount of nucleic acid dye (such as GoldView or EB) to observe the migration of DNA during electrophoresis.

2. Application of fully automatic pipetting workstation in DNA gel preparation 1. Accurately weighing agarose: The fully automatic pipetting workstation is equipped with a high-precision weighing system, which can accurately weigh agarose powder and ensure gel concentration. accuracy. 2. Automatic dissolution and heating: Through preset programs, the fully automatic pipetting workstation can automatically add agarose powder into the buffer, and heat and stir until the agarose is completely dissolved. 3. Accurate gel pouring and uniform coating: The fully automatic pipetting workstation can accurately control the amount of gel poured, and through the precise movement of the mechanical arm, the agarose solution can be evenly coated in the mold of the electrophoresis tank to ensure the uniformity of the gel. and consistency. 4. Automatic addition of nucleic acid dyes: If nucleic acid dyes need to be added, the fully automatic pipetting workstation can also automatically complete this step to ensure uniform distribution and appropriate addition of dyes. 5. Reduce human errors: Through automated operation, the fully automatic pipetting workstation reduces errors and contamination risks caused by human operations, and improves the accuracy and reliability of experiments.

3. Advantages of the fully automatic pipetting workstation 1. Improve experimental efficiency: The fully automatic pipetting workstation can automatically complete multiple steps of DNA gel preparation, significantly improving experimental efficiency. 2. Reduce human errors: Through automated operations, the errors and contamination risks caused by human operations are reduced, and the accuracy and reliability of the experiment are improved. 3. Easy to operate and maintain: Fully automatic pipetting workstations are usually equipped with a friendly user interface and easy-to-understand operating guides, making experimental operations easier and more convenient. At the same time, regular maintenance and upkeep can also ensure the long-term stable operation of the equipment.

The fully automatic pipetting workstation has significant advantages and application value in the DNA gel preparation process. Through automated operation and high-precision control, it can significantly improve the accuracy and reliability of experiments, reduce human errors and contamination risks, and provide a more efficient, accurate and reliable experimental platform for molecular biology research.

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