MicrobeWorld

We speak with many scientists each week who are working with filtered water for the isolation of microbial DNA and RNA. Because there are many choices for filter membranes, each with their own benefits, choosing the best one for your sample type and microbial load can be confusing. This article summarizes the differences between the filter membranes in regards to DNA isolation and demonstrates how to handle the filter membrane without damaging the surface.

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