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GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X

Catalog number #41003

Price for #41003

Size / count 1x 500 µL

About this product

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10,000X is a highly sensitive fluorescent nucleic acid stain designed for DNA and RNA visualization in agarose and polyacrylamide gels. It provides a safer alternative to ethidium bromide (EtBr) for gel electrophoresis and can be used for both precast and post-electrophoresis staining.<div style="border-color: oklch(0.922 0 0); outline-color: oklab(0.708 0 0 / 0.5);"> </div><div style="border-color: oklch(0.922 0 0); outline-color: oklab(0.708 0 0 / 0.5);">Key Features <ul style=""><li style="">Safer than EB: Shown by the Ames test and other tests to be nonmutagenic and noncytotoxic.</li><li style="">Easy disposal: Passed environmental safety tests for direct disposal down the drain or in regular trash.</li><li style="">Ultra-sensitive: Much more sensitive than EtBr and SYBR® Safe.</li><li style="">Extremely stable: Available in water, stable at room temperature for long-term storage, and microwavable.</li><li style="">Simple to use: Very simple procedures for precast or post-electrophoresis gel staining.</li><li style="">Compatible with a standard UV transilluminator: Replaces EtBr with no optical setting change.</li><li style="">Compatible with downstream applications: Gel purification, restriction digest, sequencing, and cloning.</li></ul></div>

Specifications

Catalog number: #41003
Size / count: 1x 500 µL
Dry ice: No
Hazardous: No
Discontinued: No
UNSPSC: 41105321
Origin: Synthetic
Applications: Nucleic Acid Gel Staining Applications <ul><li>DNA Gel Electrophoresis → Visualization of DNA fragments following agarose or polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. </li><li>RNA Gel Electrophoresis → Fluorescent staining and visualization of RNA in suitable gel electrophoresis workflows. </li><li>PCR Product Visualization → Detection of amplified DNA following PCR and gel electrophoresis. </li><li>Restriction Analysis → Visualization of DNA fragments generated by restriction digestion. </li><li>Gel Purification → Compatible with DNA recovery workflows following gel electrophoresis. </li><li>Molecular Cloning → Suitable for workflows involving DNA sequencing, cloning and downstream DNA manipulation.</li></ul>
Stability: 12 months
Storage Conditions: RT
FAQ: What is GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain? => GelRed® is a fluorescent nucleic acid gel stain used to visualize DNA and RNA in agarose and polyacrylamide gels. It was developed as a safer alternative to ethidium bromide. Is GelRed® an alternative to ethidium bromide? => Yes. GelRed® is designed as a safer alternative to EtBr for nucleic acid gel staining and can be visualized using standard EtBr imaging settings. Can GelRed® be used for DNA gel electrophoresis? => Yes. GelRed® can be used for DNA staining in agarose gels and can also be used for polyacrylamide gels through appropriate staining procedures. Can GelRed® stain RNA? => Yes. GelRed® is designed for staining dsDNA, ssDNA and RNA. Can GelRed® be used for downstream DNA applications? => Yes. GelRed® is compatible with downstream applications including gel purification, restriction digestion, sequencing and cloning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the catalog number for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X?

The catalog number for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is #41003.

What sizes are available for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X?

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is available in the following size(s): 1x 500 µL.

Is GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X in stock?

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is currently made to order / not held in immediate stock. Contact us for lead time.

Who manufactures GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X?

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is manufactured by Biotium.

What is the estimated delivery time for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X?

Estimated delivery time for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is approximately 15 business day(s), depending on your location.

Where can I find the safety data sheet (SDS/MSDS) for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X?

The safety data sheet for GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X is available here: https://cdn.gentaur.com/products/37/699c39d30d8c9d341e164955/msds/%2341003.pdf.

What is GelRed® Nucleic Acid Gel Stain, 10, 000X used for?

FEATURES Safer than EB: Shown by the Ames test and other tests to be nonmutagenic and noncytotoxic Easy disposal: Passed environmental safety tests for direct disposal down the drain or in regular trash Ultra-sensitive: Much more sensitive than EtBr and SYBR® Safe Extremely stable: Available in wate

What is the recommended storage temperature after reconstitution?

Post-reconstitution storage guidance is listed on the datasheet, typically requiring aliquoting and storage at -20°C or -80°C to preserve activity.

Can this product be used in multiplex assays?

Multiplex compatibility depends on the specific product and detection panel. Contact our technical support team with details of your multiplex system for guidance before ordering.

What happens if this product doesn’t perform as expected in my experiment?

Send us the catalogue number, product name, lot number, and a summary of your results. Our technical support team will investigate and, where needed, involve the manufacturer. This is covered under our guarantee provided the product was used before its expiry date and stored correctly.