Troubleshooting Guide: MycoProbe Mycoplasma Detection Kit

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Observation: High background level

Problem Corrective Action
Insufficient washing Wash per protocol being sure to remove all Wash Buffer from wells before addition of next component
Contamination with alkaline phosphatase Keep work area clean and free of alkaline phosphatase

Observation: Poor precision

Problem Corrective Action
Plate not washed before use Wash per protocol
RNase contamination Use RNase-free technique
Pipetting error Use a new pipet tip for each pipetting step and use proper technique

Observation: No signal for positive control

Problem Corrective Action
Component or step omitted Read protocol thoroughly before repeating the assay
RNase contamination Use RNase-free technique