DNA Transfection Reagent Description The Biotool DNA Transfection Reagent is a novel nano-material with low cytotoxic formulations for efficient transfection of a broad range of eukaryotic cells. Experimental uses include cellular analysis and protein expression. Components Cat#: B35101 Cat#: B35102 DNA Transfection Reagent 1.5 ml 10 × 1.5 mL Manual 1 1 Component Storage Biotool DNA Transfection Reagent should be stored at -20°C. There is no detriment to repeated freezing and thawing on the performance of Biotool DNA Transfection Reagent. Notice Optimization of experimental conditions may be necessary to obtain the best results. Protocol Transfection Recommended Amounts Component 96-well 24-well 12-well 6-well DNA per well 0.2 µg 0.8 µg 1.6 µg 4.0 µg Biotool Reagent per well 0.5 µL 2.0 µL 4.0 µL 10.0 µL Use the following procedure to transfect DNA into mammalian cells in a 24-well format. For other formats, see Scaling Up or Down Transfections. All amounts and volumes are given on a per well basis. Note: Optimization may be necessary. 1. Adherent cells: One day before transfection, plate 0.5-2×105 cells in 500 µL of growth medium without antibiotics so that cells will be 60-80% confluent at the time of transfection. Suspension cells: Just prior to preparing complexes, plate 4-8×105 cells in 500 µL of growth medium without antibiotics. 2. For each transfection sample, prepare complexes as follows: a. Dilute DNA in 50 µL medium without serum. Mix gently. b. Mix Biotool DNA Transfection Reagent gently before use, then dilute the appropriate amount in 50 µL medium without serum. Incubate for 5 minutes at room temperature. Note: Proceed to Step c within 25 minutes. Order & Inquiry Order & Inquiry Tel: (713)732-2181 Fax: +1-866-747-4781 E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +49-89-46148500 Fax: +49-89-461485022 E-mail: [email protected] c. After the 5 minute incubation, combine the diluted DNA with diluted Transfection Reagent (total volume = 100 µL). Mix gently and incubate for 20 minutes at room temperature (solution may appear cloudy). Note: Complexes are stable for 6 hours at room temperature. 3. Add the 100 µL of complexes to each well containing cells and medium. Mix gently by rocking the plate back and forth. 4. Incubate cells at 37°C in a CO2 incubator for 18-48 hours prior to testing for transgene expression. Medium may be changed after 4-6 hours. Troubleshooting Problem Low transfection efficiency Little DNA Increasing the DNA to Biotool™ ratio (2 to 3 µL Biotool™ per µg DNA) Cell density transfecting cells at 60% to 80% confluency Cells in culture for a long time (over 20 cell passages) Floating of DNA Cell death Suggestion Possible reason fragile cells (e.g. primary fibroblasts) Using new fresh cells from liquid nitrogen Gentle centrifugation of the culture plate (5 min at 210 g) - Change the medium 4 to 6 h after transfection. - Decrease the DNA amount. - Decrease the volume of Biotool™ - Perform transfection in serum-containing medium. - Analyze the transfection efficiency 24 h after transfection instead of 48 h after transfection. - Ensure that Biotool™ and DNA are diluted into the serum free medium. - Check that the plasmid is endotoxin free. Order & Inquiry Order & Inquiry Tel: (713)732-2181 Fax: +1-866-747-4781 E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +49-89-46148500 Fax: +49-89-461485022 E-mail: [email protected]
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