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In a Line Probe Assay (LPA) lab, subsequent to DNA extraction, reagents are prepared for PCR amplification using the checklist and worksheets.

 

Preparation Steps

  • Prepare a written checklist of materials and tools needed.
  • Prepare a worksheet with a list of specimens (identifiers) to be tested.
  • Prepare worksheet to calculate the volume master mix ingredients (put on the wall near work area). ​

 

Setting up the Workplace

  • Put on gloves and lab coat.
  • Decontaminate biosafety cabinet and work area (1% Sodium hypochlorite solution, followed by 70% alcohol​).
  • Cover work area in a biosafety cabinet with clean paper towels.

 

Calculations for Master Mix Preparation

 

  • Determine the number of specimens and controls.
  • Use this number “+” 1 to calculate the volume of different components of the master mix.
  • The volume of the master mix is 45 μl per specimen: ​
    • 10 μl AM-A
    • 35 μl AM-B
  • Prepare the number of tubes required.

 

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Reagent Preparation Procedure in Master Mix Room

  • Reagent preparation for both First Line - Line Probe Assay (FL-LPA) and Second Line - Line Probe Assay (SL-LPA) remains the same with only difference in the kits used. The master mix must be freshly prepared.

 

Click the video below to see how to prepare the Master Mix.

 

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