Re-use empty lanes

[JPC]

I found out today that AB have a protocol for re-using empty flowcell lanes. I was told they aren't distributing it but will hand it out if requested.

I don't have it yet but I understand that there is an addition to the ICS which you can run which will dry out the cell then you tape the wholes and store it at 4 degrees where it can be kept for two weeks for re-use of empty lanes. There is an expected 10% reduction in performance over new cells.

Has anyone tried this yet? I will try it out in a few weeks when the instrument becomes available and I'll post the results here

JPC

[RPiddock]

Hi JPC,

That definately sounds useful, do you have the protocol for that?

Thanks

[JPC]

Yes I have the pdf but I was asked not to circulate it as they want people to go through their own reps.

[paolo.kunder]

Did Lifetech provided You the protocol or someone else?

[pmiguel]

Our ABI sales rep mentioned there was a protocol for this. So I presume it is available from Lifetech/ABI -- if you have a Field Application Specialist, I would ask them.

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Phillip

[JPC]

Yes it was from our FAS, we haven't tried it yet but I'll post a reply when we do.