Troubleshooting Guide: MycoProbe Mycoplasma Detection Kit

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Observation: High background level

ProblemCorrective Action
Insufficient washingWash per protocol being sure to remove all Wash Buffer from wells before addition of next component
Contamination with alkaline phosphataseKeep work area clean and free of alkaline phosphatase

Observation: Poor precision

ProblemCorrective Action
Plate not washed before useWash per protocol
RNase contaminationUse RNase-free technique
Pipetting errorUse a new pipet tip for each pipetting step and use proper technique

Observation: No signal for positive control

ProblemCorrective Action
Component or step omittedRead protocol thoroughly before repeating the assay
RNase contaminationUse RNase-free technique

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