".2mL PCR tubes"

Engage students with a genetics and PCR kit that has a direct link to a testable phenotype.

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the lavender allele that causes pale greyish plumage.

Compare DNA Banding Patterns

Teach Real-World Uses for PCR Technique

Using pre-stained LyphoProteins™, analysis with denaturing SDS vertical polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis determines subunit molecular weights.

Conduct a bacterial transformation experiment in a single 45 minutes class period!

Use PCR to determine if your chickens are male (ZZ) or female (ZW).

Use PCR to determine if your emus are male (ZZ) or female (ZW).

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the recessive white allele that causes white plumage.

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the frizzle allele that causes curly feathers.