Can I use gel and samples for Western Blot prepared in advance?

Oleksandra Fedororva @Oleksandra-Fedororva

30 October 2023 0 5K Report

Hi everyone! I need to perform Western Blot but, unfortunately, my schedule allows me to be in the lab Monday and Wednesday (skipping Tuesday). Can I prepare gel and samples on Monday and run the gel on Wednesday? Will it affect the results?

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