Lysing Matrix S, bulk, 1 kg

1 kg bag of 3 mm diameter stainless steel grinding beads. Use to break hard, brittle samples specifically in applications including RNA and protein extraction from difficult samples where lysis by impaction only is preferable with minimal amounts of mechanical shearing. Application Notes RNA and protein extraction from difficult samples where lysis by impaction only is preferable with minimal amounts of mechanical shearing. Usage Statement Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. Key Applications Extraction of nucleic acids, proteins, metabolites and other small molecules from tough, hard or brittle cell membranes including organisms with a tough or dense exterior matrix. RNA extraction from difficult samples where lysis by impaction is necessary. Isolation of intact bacteria and viruses from infected tissues is preferable with minimal amounts of mechanical shearing.