MEGAscript™ RNAi Kit
MEGAscript™ RNAi Kit
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MEGAscript™ RNAi Kit

The Ambion™ MEGAscript™ RNAi Kit is for the synthesis of large mass amounts of dsRNA for RNAi experiments in nonmammalianRead more
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Catalog number AM1626
Price (USD)
624.00
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Price (USD)
624.00
Each
Add to cart
The Ambion™ MEGAscript™ RNAi Kit is for the synthesis of large mass amounts of dsRNA for RNAi experiments in nonmammalian systems. The MEGAscript RNAi Kit uses Ambion's patented high-yield transcription technology and includes reagents for transcription, nuclease digestion, and clean up. The kit includes sufficient reagents for 20 reactions.

Synthesize Large Amounts of dsRNA:
The ability to generate large amounts of clean, double-stranded RNA is essential for the success of RNAi experiments. The MEGAscript RNAi Kit allows RNAi researchers to synthesize 50 to 100 μg or more of double-stranded RNA in a single transcription reaction. The yield is typically 10–50 times the amount of RNA produced by conventional transcription reactions. DNA of either PCR or plasmid origin can be used as a template for the transcription reaction. The sense and antisense strands can be synthesized from a PCR-generated DNA template containing T7 RNA Polymerase promoters on both ends of the template, eliminating the need for a separate annealing step.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Specifications
Control TypeTranscription Control
Sample TypeDouble-Stranded RNA (Long)
No. of Reactions20 reactions
Product LineAmbion™, MEGAscript™
Shipping ConditionWet Ice
Unit SizeEach
Contents & Storage
T7 Enzyme Mix, 10X T7 Reaction Buffer, ATP Solution, CTP Solution, GTP Solution, UTP Solution, 10X Binding Buffer, Elution Solution, RNase, DNase I, 10X Digestion Buffer, 2X Wash Solution, and Control Template are all stored at –20°C, Nuclease-free Water may be store at any temperature. Filter Cartridges and Collection Tubes are stored at room temperature.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

I am using the MEGAscript RNAi Kit for synthesizing dsRNA for RNAi. I ran my reaction product on a denaturing gel and got a smear. Can you offer some advice?

If the RNA appears degraded (e.g., smeared), remove residual RNase from the DNA template preparation before in vitro transcription. Do this by digesting the DNA prep with proteinase K (100-200 µg/mL) in the presence of 0.5% SDS for 30 min at 50°C, and follow this with phenol/chloroform extraction. The RNase Inhibitor that is present in the transcription reaction can only inactivate trace RNase contamination. Large amounts of RNase contamination will compromise the size and amount of transcription products.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our RNAi Support Center.

What is the recommended shelf life of the MEGAscript RNAi Kit (Cat. No. AM1626)?

The MEGAscript RNAi Kit (Cat. No. AM1626) has no specific expiration date. However, for our products without specific expiration date, we guarantee best performance for one year effective from the date of receipt, when stored as recommended.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our RNAi Support Center.