[Histonet] DNA extraction from Tissue Blocks

[Patti Loykasek]

What are you wanting to do with the DNA? There is a reagent called Gene
Releaser from  BioVentures, Inc that can be used with FFPE sections. The DNA
can then be used for pcr. Hope this helps.

Patti Loykasek
PhenoPath Laboratories
Seattle, Wa


> 
> 
> I would like to try using a DNA extraction method on formalin fixed tissue
> blocks. Can anyone recommend a method or kit? we  have had difficulty with
> consistent results.
> 
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> Phyllis Scalzo, HT(ASCP)
> Case Western Reserve University
> 2085 Adelbert Rd.
> Cleveland, Ohio 44106
> Ph: 216-368-0822
> Fax: 216-368-2546
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