PCR-free adapters (also known as Y-shaped or “forked” adapters) with partial single stranded ends are necessary for many applications. However, these forked adapters alter the migration properties of the libraries through capillary or gel electrophoresis matrices, which can complicate the accurate sizing of these libraries before loading. To improve accuracy a short, “fork-collapse” PCR step can be performed prior to sizing.
Materials:
Protocol:
In a low-bind PCR strip tube combine 0.01-0.05pmol of PCR-free linear library with the below mix:
|
Reagent |
Volume (uL) |
|
Library |
X (0.01-0.05 pmol library) |
|
Primer Mix (10uM each Fwd/Rev primer – “Adept” or Elevate) |
5 (2 uM total final, 1 uM each) |
|
Kapa HiFi HotStart ReadyMix / Equinox Amplification Master Mix |
25 |
|
Water |
To 50uL |
|
Total |
50 |
And amplify libraries with the following cycling conditions:
|
Temperature |
Time |
Cycle |
|
105 C |
Lid temp |
|
|
98°C |
90 sec |
1 |
|
98°C |
30 sec |
5 |
|
60°C |
30 sec* |
|
|
72°C |
45 sec |
|
|
72°C |
1 min |
|
|
4°C |
Hold |
1 |
*Extension time should be extended to 60seconds for large libraries (>800 bp) Proceed to post-PCR cleanup.
Post-PCR Cleanup: