Top Qs
Timeline
Chat
Perspective

GelGreen

DNA gel stain for molecular genetics From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

GelGreen
Remove ads

GelGreen is an intercalating nucleic acid stain used in molecular genetics for agarose gel DNA electrophoresis. GelGreen consists of two acridine orange subunits that are bridged by a linear oxygenated spacer.[1][2]

Quick Facts Names, Identifiers ...

Its fluorophore, and therefore its optical properties, are essentially identical to those of other N-alkylacridinium orange dyes. When exposed to ultraviolet light, it will fluoresce with a greenish color that strongly intensifies after binding to DNA.[3] The substance is marketed as a less toxic and more sensitive alternative to ethidium bromide.[3] GelGreen is sold as a solution in either DMSO or water.[3]

Remove ads

See also

References

Loading related searches...

Wikiwand - on

Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.

Remove ads