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Fluorescence-Based Quantitation of Small DNA Samples with the SpectraDrop Micro-Volume Microplate

Molecular Devices®
2 Feb 2019

Measurement of DNA using UV absorbance is a common method allowing quantitation of many sample types. However, some applications require quantitation of very low sample volumes or concentrations due to preparation method or scarcity of source material. For these applications, fluorescent DNA quantitation methods offer greater sensitivity and the ability to use smaller sample volumes with lower concentrations.

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SpectraDrop Micro-Volume Microplate

Molecular Devices®

Formerly known as MicroMax, Molecular Devices’ unique SpectraDrop™ Micro-Volume Microplate, offers the highest throughput solution for low volume measurement available onthe market today. Innovative and flexible design features enable accelerated sample preparation time and increased laboratory productivity of DNA, RNA, and protein samples as low as 2 µL. The SpectraDrop™ Micro-Volume Microplate assures uniform and reproducible analysis and integrates seamlessly with the StakMax® Microplate Handling System for greater research capacity.

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