Why would I use 200-gene nylon membrane arrays for fathead minnow analysis when the glass slide arrays are available with 2,000 or 22,000 genes?
Cost, ease of use and species. For customers who would like to run their own arrays, these membranes are an economical alternative, especially if many samples are involved. They are very nice for novices, as you obtain a manageable amount of data that is easier to analyze than that from the glass slide arrays. Equipment needs are radiation, a hybridization oven and bottles, phosphor imaging screen, and scanner. If you have questions about what platform may be right for your project, please contact us.
