Dog Genetics Lab: Oodles of Labradoodles™

Function and Applications

Molly the Labradoodle has surprised you with a litter of puppies! In this lab, students use gel electrophoresis to track the inheritance of a single trait, and use their findings to determine the most likely father of Molly's puppies.

Benefits

• Combination of Mendel's genetics with molecular genetics

• Exciting experiment to determine paternity

• Easy to perform in a school lesson with up to 8 student groups

• Little preparation time

• DNA samples can be pipetted into the gel directly

Equipment and Technical Data

• DNA samples for paternity testing, for 8 student groups or 8 gels
• With DNA ladder for determining the size of the individual bands, 150 µl
• Simulated DNA from 8 puppies, 150 µl each
• Detailed user manual for teachers and students

Transport at room temperature, storage under -18°C. Use within 1 year.

Necessary accessories

• TESS advanced Biology set Genetics (15312-88)

When used with the blueGel electrophoresis system 35017-99 (is also included in the Student set Genetics 15312-88), a TBE buffer is also required (e.g. 35018-73).