GeneRuler Express DNA Ladder

The GelRed or GelGreen nucleic acid dyes can be used with our DNA Ladders. Nucleic acid binding dyes can affect DNA migration during electrophoresis, therefore we highly recommend post-staining of gels. Please follow the gel staining protocol provided by the manufacturer of nucleic acid gel dyes.

For fast sizing and quantification of double-stranded DNA, we recommend using FastRuler DNA Ladders. These ladders are easily resolved in a short separation distance after an 8-14 min run.

Each of Thermo Scientific DNA and RNA ladders has a recommended voltage given in V/cm. Please refer to the gel picture in the product information sheet. V/cm stands for the amount of voltage recommended per cm of the distance between the two electrodes of the gel box (not gel length).

Thermo Scientific DNA and RNA ladders have 5′-phosphate and 3′-hydroxyl groups.

NanoDrop CF-1 Calibration Fluid is the only photometric standard available to assess the accuracy of the NanoDrop spectrophotometer pedestal. If the control sample shows unexpected results the user should confirm the calibration of the instrument with the CF-1 fluid.
Some control examples include:
- Nucleic Acids: Fermentas GeneRuler Express DNA Ladder 100-5000 bp (Cat. No. SM1551)
- Protein: Pierce Bovine Serum Albumin Standard Ampules, 2 mg/mL (Cat. No. 23209)