Thermo Scientific Chemicals Sodium citrate, 0.5M buffer soln., pH 6.5

Description

Sodium citrate is commonly used in nucleic acid hybridization techniques at concentrations ranging from 0.1X to 20X depending on the application.  It is used to facilitate transfer of nucleic acids to membranes in southern and northern blotting, dot blotting, and colony and plaque lifts. 

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Applications
Sodium citrate is commonly used in nucleic acid hybridization techniques at concentrations ranging from 0.1X to 20X depending on the application.  It is used to facilitate transfer of nucleic acids to membranes in southern and northern blotting, dot blotting, and colony and plaque lifts. 

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
20X SSC Solution (RNase-free) should be stored at room temperature. This reagent should remain stable for at least 1 year in its unopened container.

Specifications

• Chemical Name or Material: Sodium citrate buffer soln.
• Color: Colorless
• Concentration: 0.5 M
• pH: 6.5
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Quantity: 250 mL
• Odor: Odorless
• MDL Number: MFCD00012462
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water.

Safety and Handling

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only