
Preparing Samples
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Biospectrometry
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Workstation User’s Guide 3-21
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3.1.5.2 Drop Dialysis (Floating Membrane)
When to use
Use this technique on polar compounds when you know
contaminants are of low molecular weight. This technique
works well for DNA and polar proteins such as glycoproteins.
What you need
For drop dialysis, you need a membrane:
• With a pore size of 0.025 µm or smaller
• That does not adhere to your sample
Procedure
To perform drop dialysis:
1. Fill a small container (for example, a pipet tip box) with
about an inch of deionized water.
2. Place the container on a stable surface.
3. Use forceps to place the membrane in the water with the
appropriate side up (refer to manufacturer’s information).
Do not use your fingers because you can contaminate the
membrane with oil and salt.
4. Place about 10 parts of sample (for example, 10 µl) in the
center of the membrane.
5. Place 1 part of pure acetonitrile (for example, 1 µl) on top
of the sample spot to increase surface area. Do not
exceed a 10 percent concentration of organic. It may
dissolve the membrane.
6. Cover the container to prevent drying and allow it to sit for
30 minutes.
7. Note the size of the sample/organic spot, then let it sit for
30 more minutes.
The size of the sample spot increases as dialysis is
occurring. This can be used to check for completion.
8. Observe the size of the sample/organic spot. If the size of
the spot is larger than the first time you checked it, allow
the sample to sit for 15 more minutes. Observe the size of
the sample/organic spot again.
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