Obtaining high quality, intact RNA is the first and often the most critical step in performing many molecular biology experiments. The Ambion team of RNA experts are dedicated to helping you get off to the right start with your RNA isolation. To that end we have written a number of technical articles addressing the RNA Basics found on this page as well as a library full of technical notes, tips and tricks videos, webinars and more in the Ambion Technical Resource page.
Get the basics on complex protocols
Designed to provide in-depth assistance for first-time users of our more complex products or protocols; check out The Basics series below:
Tips and tricks for RNA analysis
- Tips for Handling RNA
- Top Ten Ways to Improve Your RNA Isolation
- Top Ten Most Common Real-Time qRT-PCR Pitfalls
- Top Ten Pitfalls in Quantitative Real-Time PCR Primer Probe Design & Use
- Ten Tips for In Situ Hybridization of Tissue Microarrays
- Ten Ways to Increase the Sensitivity of Northern Hybridizations
- Top Ten Northern Analysis Tips
- Top Ten Tips for a Successful siRNA Experiment
- Top Ten Ways to Optimize siRNA Delivery in Cultured Cells
- Top Ten Ways to Ensure Valid RNAi Data
Resources
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.