PCR Based Alu Human DNA Typing

An Interactive DNA Investigation

• Investigate your own DNA
• Compare your class results to the world's
• Time required: ~75 min plus 2 hours for PCR

Working with primers for a 300 base pair Alu insertion in chromosome 16 (PV92) students will determine their own unique genotype in this hands-on investigation. Then, compare class results over the Internet with others around the world.

Kit includes: instructions, proteinase K, PCR EdvoBeads™, control DNA and primers, microtubes, agarose, DNA ladder, practice gel loading solution, gel loading dye, buffer, InstaStain® Ethidium Bromide and FlashBlue™ stain.

Required, but not included: micropipettes to measure between 5 and 50 µl, tips, water bath, thermal cycler, electrophoresis apparatus, power supply, microwave or hot plate, UV transilluminator.

Packaging: Some components require freezer storage on arrival