Stains-All, 96% - FAQs

Is Stains-All, 96% suitable for RNA purification by SDS-PAGE?

Yes, Stains-All, 96% is a cationic cyanine dye, and it is possible to stain RNA with it. Gel staining should be performed in the dark, as cyanine dyes can be excited with visible light to produce ROS, leading to damage of biomolecules.