Storage Conditions for siRNAs and RNAs
Generally, make sure to work RNAse-free to ensure max. stability.
What | How | Stability |
siRNA | several weeks (more info) | |
siRNA | liquid, -20 degrees | several months |
siRNA | dry, -20 degrees | several months |
RNA | liquid, RT | varies |
RNA | liquid, -20 degrees | several weeks |
RNA | dry, -20 degrees | several weeks to several months |
Important Information
- Please ensure the use of nuclease-free solutions when re-suspending Oligos.
- For large experiments Oligos should be aliquoted, lyophilized and stored at -20°C. This procedure prolongs the shelf-life of our Oligos.
- Please avoid repeated freezing and thawing as the physical forces involved may degrade the Oligos.
- Oligos are more stable at higher concentrations.
- Careful handling is recommended to avoid bacterial contamination.
- Fluorescent Oligos should be stored in the dark, as light can slowly degrade fluorescent moieties.
