Abstract
PCR represents an extremely powerful and central molecular biology method. At the heart of its power is the exquisite sensitivity offered: single molecule detection in certain contexts. However, with great power comes great responsibility. Contamination of reagents or test samples with amplifiable material, such as previous reaction products, can be crippling to scientists applying PCR protocols. Prevention of PCR contamination is far and away preferred over eradication. This chapter sets out to offer guidance as to how to use PCR while minimising contamination problems.
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Khan, Z. (2011). Setup of a PCR Laboratory. In: Park, D. (eds) PCR Protocols. Methods in Molecular Biology, vol 687. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-60761-944-4_1
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